Mid-Atlantic_Purchasing_Team_Intergovernmental_&_Cooperative_Purchasing_Clause.pdf

This is an Intergovernmental & Cooperative Purchasing Clause document applicable to the Mid-Atlantic Purchasing Team, establishing terms for cooperative purchasing arrangements among participating government entities. The clause governs how state and local agencies, including the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) in Maryland, may utilize cooperative agreements and piggyback purchasing authority under intergovernmental procurement frameworks. The document outlines the legal mechanisms and conditions under which multiple jurisdictions can leverage combined purchasing power, allowing agencies to procure goods and services through established cooperative contracts. The clause applies to WSSC Water's solicitation for Type 2 Safety Helmets and Accessories, with sealed responses due by 2:00 pm on Thursday, November 19, 2026, submitted via WSSC's eProcurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/wsscwater. Late responses will not be accepted. The contract calls for Type 2 Safety Helmets and accessories to be delivered to WSSC Water warehouses on an as-needed basis to support the organization's safety program.

The intergovernmental purchasing clause enables participating agencies to benefit from competitive pricing and streamlined procurement processes through cooperative agreements. This mechanism allows WSSC Water and other Mid-Atlantic region entities to access pre-negotiated pricing and terms, reducing individual procurement timelines and administrative burden. The clause facilitates coordination among multiple jurisdictions while maintaining compliance with applicable procurement regulations and competitive bidding requirements.