Penn Manor Large Valve Vault Replacement

The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is requesting bids on the Penn Manor Large Valve Vault Replacement project in Bowie, Prince George's County, Maryland, with bids due November 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and questions due October 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting WSSC's minimum qualifications.

Minimum qualifications require demonstrated experience installing at least three miles of transmission main 16 inches diameter or greater, at least 10 miles of water main installation for a water authority over the past five years, and management of multiple subcontractors on at least 10 individual projects. Additional qualifications are mandated for key personnel assigned to traffic control, erosion and sediment control, plumbing and tapping, and chlorination and de-chlorination work. Contractors must maintain an active supplier profile in WSSC's Supplier Portal System.

The scope includes replacing a 24-inch large valve vault, installing approximately 101 feet of 24-inch water main, relocating approximately 51 feet of 24-inch water main, and relocating approximately 54 feet of water house connections along Penn Manor Lane. All-inclusive unit prices must reflect fringe benefits, overhead, profit, general and administrative expenses, and associated costs to complete the work, with mobilization and demobilization included in line-item pricing.

The contract is subject to prevailing wage requirements and Maryland Little Miller Act bonding obligations. Progress payments are made with five percent retainage. Bids must be submitted electronically through WSSC's eProcurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/wsscwater. The solicitation incorporates WSSC Procurement Regulations (WSSC Code of Regulations, Title 6, Chapter 6.15).