Bids & Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

The City of Mt. Vernon issues bids, requests for proposals (RFPs), and requests for qualifications (RFQs) for goods, services, and projects. These opportunities are open to qualified vendors and contractors who wish to do business with the City.

Current Opportunities

The items and services currently open for bidding are listed below. You may download the bid package directly or follow the instructions in the posting to obtain it.

The City of Mt. Vernon, Illinois is seeking bids for the demolition of 16 properties. Bids will be accepted by the City Clerk’s office at City Hall, 1100 Main St. Mt. Vernon, IL 62864

Important Dates: Due Date & Time: November 25th, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Specifications: Specifications may be obtained from Brad Ruble, City of Mt. Vernon, Engineering Department, 1100 Main St., Mt. Vernon, between the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Submission Requirements: Envelopes containing bids shall be plainly marked on the outside specifying project addresses and must be delivered to the City of Mt. Vernon, City Clerk’s Office, 1100 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IL 62864.

Mailing Address:
City of Mount Vernon – City Clerk’s Office
PO Box 1708
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864

Hand Delivery:
City Clerk’s Office
1100 Main Street
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864

ALL BUILDINGS LOCATED IN MOUNT VERNON, ILLINOIS: 208 N. 5th St., 1233 Tolle Road, 306 Casey, 312 S. 22nd St., 1411 Wescott, 1010 Lamar, 1012 Lamar, 2316 Conger, 1420 Wescott, 1106 Gilbert, 805 S. 21st St., 508 S. 4th St., 1215 Jones, 1207 S. 25th St., 221 Walnut, 311 Castleton

The City may reject any or all bids, or any part of any bid in connection with said project. The successful bidder shall be an equal opportunity employer. All Contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to the Illinois prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

Submitting Responses

All submissions must follow the instructions in the bid or RFP packet, including deadlines, documentation, and delivery method. Late submissions cannot be accepted.

Questions

For questions regarding a specific opportunity, please contact the person listed in the bid document.