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.

Street Maintenance Materials

The City of Mt. Vernon is seeking proposals for street maintenance materials. All qualified contractors/vendors are invited to submit a sealed proposal.

Important Dates:

Proposal Due Date & Time: Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM (local time)
Proposal Opening Location: City Clerk's Office, 1100 Main Street, City Hall

Specifications:

Specifications may be obtained from the Public Works Department Office, 1201 Casey Avenue, Mt. Vernon, Illinois, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 3 PM.

Submission Requirements:

Sealed proposals shall be submitted to the City Clerk's Office and must be received by the due date and time.

Mailing Address:
City of Mt. 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

Communications Tower

The City of Mount Vernon, Illinois, is seeking proposals for the design, engineering, and permitting services for a communications tower. All qualified contractors/vendors are invited to submit a sealed proposal.

Important Dates

Due Date & Time: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 1 p.m. (local time)

Submission Requirements

Email subject lines shall be clearly marked: “Communications Tower.”

Email:
bryan.jennings@mtvernon.com

Questions
Questions regarding this proposal should be directed to:

Bryan Jennings
Assistant Fire Chief
Phone: 618-316-9303
Email: bryan.jennings@mtvernon.com

Proposal Documents

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.