RFP 67580 - Independent Evaluation and Audit of Water Main Pipeline Projects

The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 67580, seeking qualified offerors to conduct an independent evaluation and audit of three specific water main pipeline projects located in Maryland. The projects under review include the Patuxent 48-Inch Raw Water Main Pipeline, Allentown Road Water Main Replacement, and Osborne Road Water Main Replacement. The procurement requires a comprehensive and independent assessment of these infrastructure projects, with a focus on detailed evaluation and auditing services. The RFP was posted on April 15, 2025, with proposals due by April 28, 2025, providing potential bidders approximately 13 days to prepare and submit their comprehensive proposal. Qualified offerors are expected to have significant expertise in water infrastructure project evaluation, engineering assessment, and financial auditing, with a demonstrated track record of performing similar independent review services for municipal water infrastructure projects.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, potential respondents should expect standard municipal procurement requirements regarding vendor qualifications and potential small business or local enterprise preferences. The procurement appears to be open to professional consulting firms, engineering assessment organizations, and independent audit firms with specialized infrastructure evaluation capabilities. No incumbent vendor information or specific budget range was provided in the contract opportunity description. The comprehensive nature of the audit suggests that potential contractors will need robust technical expertise in water infrastructure engineering, project management assessment, and financial review methodologies. Interested firms should carefully review the full RFP documentation to understand the complete scope of work, specific evaluation criteria, and any technical or compliance requirements for submission.