The City of East St. Louis is seeking proposals from qualified utility companies for the potential acquisition and operation of its wastewater collection system.

RFQ/RFP 26-037 asks qualified utility companies to submit proposals concerning a possible sale and continued operation and maintenance of the city wastewater collection system.

Meaning

What this means for you

The proposal concerns ownership and operation of a city essential-service system. The notice says any sale remains contingent on a final City Council determination, an adequate purchase price, and negotiated terms.

Official action or deadline

The pre-bid inspection meeting was October 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Proposals are due November 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM at the City Clerk office.

Evidence

What the record establishes

The city issued RFQ/RFP 26-037 on September 16, 2026.
Any sale is contingent on a final East St. Louis City Council determination and negotiated terms.
The proposal deadline is November 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM.

Limits

What is not yet established

No sale has been approved in this notice.
The purchase price and final operating terms have not been determined.

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