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RESOURCES: Department of Environmental Protection

The Department of Environmental Protection oversees the environmental control for the water and air quality of New York City. The department regulates the sewer system, drinking water, harbors and estuaries, hazardous materials, air and noise. The Office of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) is responsible for the procurement activities of the agency including: competitive sealed bids, requests for proposals; small purchases and purchases through the Department of Citywide Administrative Services; contract payments; and State Prevailing Wage Laws. In addition, the ACCO staff provides information and guidance to the prospective contractors and current contractors regarding the bidding on small purchases, open market orders, etc. The Bid Room, which is open to the public, is where contractors purchase the plans and specifications for the competitive sealed bid contracts. It is also where all competitively sealed bid contracts are publicly opened.