FY19 DOT Water Cooler Rental and Bottled Water Services

The District of Columbia Department of Transportation (DDOT) is seeking proposals for FY19 Water Cooler Rental and Bottled Water Services, with a narrow procurement window between October 25 and October 30, 2018. This contract opportunity solicits vendors capable of providing water cooler rental equipment and bottled water services for departmental use. The procurement appears to be a targeted, short-term service contract designed to meet the hydration needs of DDOT facilities and potentially field operations. Potential vendors must demonstrate capability to consistently supply potable water through rental cooler equipment and bottled water delivery. Comprehensive vendor qualifications will likely include proof of reliable water sourcing, sanitization protocols, delivery infrastructure, and maintenance capabilities for water cooler equipment. The extremely compressed solicitation timeline suggests an urgent or streamlined procurement process, with vendors expected to provide rapid response and implementation capabilities.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, District of Columbia procurement typically encourages participation from local, small, and disadvantaged business enterprises. The contract likely has modest budget parameters given its focused scope of water services for a single municipal department. Potential award value might range between $10,000 and $50,000 annually, though precise budgetary details are not specified in the available documentation. Vendors should anticipate potential integration requirements with existing DDOT facility infrastructure and potential needs for flexible, responsive water service delivery. Interested contractors would need to demonstrate compliance with District of Columbia procurement regulations, maintain appropriate business licenses, and provide evidence of water quality and service reliability. The brevity of the solicitation period underscores the importance of prompt, comprehensive proposal submission.