Advisory Council

At DC Water, we just don’t “do” diversity. Our mission is to reflect diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our how the Authority conducts its business. This includes ensuring that barriers are removed from processes and procedures that impact our business partners, both large and small.  

The revised Business Development Plan that was approved by the Board of Directors in June, 2020, establishes the roadmap for engaging diverse suppliers in DC Water’s procurement programs. The Plan sets the stage for the Authority to bring together a dynamic group of partners who will provide guidance and feedback on the Authority’s procurement programs and its related processes and initiatives. The newly created Business Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council brings together diverse perspectives and recommendations on how the Authority can continue to further engage our certified firms and provide more opportunities to do business with DC Water. 

Our message is clear-- DC Water is OPEN FOR BUSINESS! Therefore, DC Water wants to make sure that our initiatives and programs are meaningful and impactful as we carry out our mission to provide clean, safe and reliable water to the communities we serve. 

To find out more about The Business Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council, click here.

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

View of Mary at bottom of shaft inside tunnel shown from above
DC Water Launches Tunnel Boring Machine Mary, Marking Important Step for Potomac River Tunnel Project

First turn of cutterhead signals the start of excavation for the Potomac River Tunnel Project

In a defining moment for one of the District’s largest infrastructure investments, DC Water has marked its next major milestone in the Potomac River Tunnel Project. The first tunnel boring machine, Mary, has launched her northbound journey breaking through the soil to signal the start of excavation.

With the first turn of Mary’s drill-like cutterhead underground, the machine pushed forward to begin tunneling, representing the transition from years of planning and preparation to active tunnel construction on the $819 million project.

Latest Blog Post
A helicopter lowers a drill rig to workers on the Potomac River.
DC Water begins drilling in Potomac River to explore options to rehab underwater sewer line
When one of your major sewer lines runs through the Potomac River, a backhoe and trencher won't do. That's why we've got helicopters carrying a 14-ton drill and workers suspended midair over the Potomac.
Upcoming Meeting
Date
April 15, 2026
Wednesday, 9:30 AM

Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. Eligible participants are residential customers who have had an outstanding balance for 60 days or greater and with an outstanding balance of $500 or more.