City of East St. Louis Potential Sale of the Wastewater Collection System - RFQ/RFP 26-037 (2026)
City of East St. LouisCity · East St. Louis, IL- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Debra Hamilton-Tidwell
- (618) 482-6811
The 30-second brief
The City of East St. Louis is soliciting Statements of Qualifications and Bid Proposals from qualified utility companies interested in the potential acquisition, ownership, operation, and maintenance of the City's Wastewater Collection System. The utility serves approximately 18,500 residential sewer customers, along with several commercial and industrial users across the city, featuring sanitary and combined sewer systems, lift stations, and mainline infrastructure tributary to the Missouri Bottoms Wastewater Treatment Facility. The transaction is contingent upon City Council and Illinois Commerce Commission approval under the Small Systems Viability Act. Submissions are due by November 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM. A pre-bid inspection meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM at City Hall, and questions are due by October 19, 2026.
Enterprise Structure (5 points), Qualifications and Experience (15 points), Operations Approach (15 points), Capital Improvements Approach (15 points), Transition Plan (10 points), Financial Information (5 points), Wastewater Rates (15 points), References (5 points), Acceptance of Initial City Terms and Conditions (10 points), Additional Offer Features and Concepts (5 points), Bid Purchase Price
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Summary
The City of East St.
Louis is soliciting Statements of Qualifications and Bid Proposals from qualified utility companies interested in the potential acquisition, ownership, operation, and maintenance of the City's Wastewater Collection System. The utility serves approximately 18,500 residential sewer customers, along with several commercial and industrial users across the city, featuring sanitary and combined sewer systems, lift stations, and mainline infrastructure tributary to the Missouri Bottoms Wastewater Treatment Facility. The transaction is contingent upon City Council and Illinois Commerce Commission approval under the Small Systems Viability Act. Submissions are due by November 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM. A pre-bid inspection meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM at City Hall, and questions are due by October 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, 301 River Park Drive, East St. Louis, IL 62201
- Scope location
- East St. Louis, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of East St. Louis?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the City Clerk, 301 River Park Drive, East St. Louis, IL 62201. For questions, contact Debra Hamilton-Tidwell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of East St. Louis in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Debra Hamilton-Tidwell at (618) 482-6811. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Enterprise Structure (5 points), Qualifications and Experience (15 points), Operations Approach (15 points), Capital Improvements Approach (15 points), Transition Plan (10 points), Financial Informati..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of East St. Louis?
All active and historical solicitations from City of East St. Louis are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of East St. Louis regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of East St. Louis for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East St. Louis, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.