O&M Contractor Engagement Session: Water Quality Management in Federally-Owned Facilities under GSA’s Jurisdiction, Custody, and Control

O&M Contractor Engagement Session: Water Quality Management in Federally-Owned Facilities under GSA’s Jurisdiction, Custody, and Control 

Event Time: Thursday, May 9, 2024 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.  EDT

Registration: https://gsa.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_fULAcbolSzyLF5OKD2FYJA

GSA’s Office of Facilities Management will discuss GSA’s water quality management and testing requirements in owned buildings. 

Event Description

The U.S. General Services Administration’s (GSA) Office of Facilities Management will discuss GSA’s water quality management and testing requirements in Federally-owned facilities under GSA’s jurisdiction, custody, and control. 

Background

GSA updated its drinking water quality management (WQM) order in 2023 that outlines nationwide requirements to establish effective drinking water standards, prioritizing the health and safety of federal employees, contractors, and visitors. Our approach is proactive, ensuring the management of drinking water quality in all GSA-controlled spaces. 

GSA’s multi-layered strategy aims to identify issues and adjust water management practices to correct conditions conducive to bacteria growth or the release of metals. As a result, the following performance work statements (PWS) or scope of work may be incorporated into your operations and maintenance contract(s).    

• WQM Preventative Flushing PWS
• PBS Scope of Work for Drinking Water Testing PWS
• Domestic Water Systems Applicable Buildings PWS
• Routine Weekly Flushing for Child Care Centers, Health Units or Showers PWS
• Cooling Towers and Other Unique Water Features PWS

Come to this outreach session to learn more about the various scopes of work and PWSs. Contractors may also invite their testing subcontractors to attend.  

Note -  Not every scope of work or PWS listed above and discussed during the event may apply to your contract. Additionally, this event is for informational purposes only and any statements made do not constitute changes to contractual requirements or direction to contractors to perform or not perform any action. Contractors must work with their respective Contracting Officer(s) to ensure compliance with their specific contractual requirements.