Bids & Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

The City of Mt. Vernon, Illinois is requesting proposals for the preparation of the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (which includes the annual audit) for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2027, with an option to renew for another three (3) years at the end of the term.

Important Dates                                                                                                                                           Due Date & Time: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Submission Requirements                                                                                                                      Envelopes containing bids shall be plainly marked: “CAFR/Audit Proposal ”

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

Electronic Delivery:                                                                                                                           Electronic copies are encouraged and can be emailed to cityclerk@mtvernon.com. One electronic copy is acceptable.

Specifications

Questions can be submitted for clarification of the RFP by September 23, 2026. An amendment to this RFP detailing each question asked and the City's answer will be emailed to all inquiries and posted on the City's website at www.mtvernon.com. Questions can be submitted to the Finance Director at 
financedirector@mtvernon.com. Please note that questions will not be answered on an individual basis; only via an amendment by the City.