Council Approves Contract Extension with Hydromax USA

The North Chicago City Council approved a Contract Extension with Hydromax USA LLC in the not to exceed amount of $36,000 for the Water Distribution System - Valve Exercising and Hydrant Flushing Services

The City’s Public Works Department maintains close to 650 water main valves and 550 fire hydrants throughout the water distribution system. Renewal of the contract enables the City to continue its systematic valve exercising and hydrant flushing program, helping maintain water system reliability, improve emergency response capabilities, and support ISO compliance.

In February 2026, the City entered a contract with Hydromax USA to perform valve exercising and hydrant flushing services for approximately one-half of the distribution system, which is approximately 325 valves and 275 hydrants.

The approved FY 2027 Water Utilities Budget includes $80,000 for water system maintenance activities, consisting of $40,000 for the Valve Exercising Program and $40,000 for the Hydrant Flushing Program, including documentation and reporting necessary to support Insurance Services Office (ISO) requirements.

The contract has a provision allowing the City to extend the agreement for up to two (2) additional one-year terms, with unit prices subject to adjustment based on the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.