and at that time will be publicly opened, read aloud, and placed on file for public inspection. Late proposals will not be considered under any circumstances. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. Copies of the Request for Proposals Package may be obtained at no cost from the Public Works Department, 1150 Half Day Road, Highland Park, Illinois 60035.The Work consists of the dewatering of sludge produced at the City’s Lake Michigan (drinking) Water Treatment Plant to land-fill dryness (paint filter test). This Work is to be performed annually in the Spring. Interested contractors are encouraged to visit the plant to better understand the logistics of this work. Contact Plant Superintendent, Don Jensen at 847-433-4355 or, djensen@cityhpil.com to arrange a visit.It is the responsibility of the bidder to inspect the entire bid package and seek clarification of any item which may not be clear to them. For questions, contact Superintendent Don Jensen at 847-433-4355 or Contract Specialist Bianca Ramirez at 847-926-1189. If you would like a copy of the Request for Proposals, please email Bianca Ramirez at bramirez@cityhpil.com.RFP for the 2025 Water Treatment Plant Sludge Dewatering Proposal/Contract can be downloaded here.Previous Bid Information can be viewed hereSludge Membrane Process (Spring 2024) Document