City of Mt. Vernon - Two Single Axle Dump Trucks - Invitation to Bid 2026
City of Mount VernonCity · Mount Vernon, IL- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mike Shannon
- (618) 242-6855
The 30-second brief
The City of Mt. Vernon, Illinois is inviting sealed bids for two (2) new class 7 or 8 dump trucks with a single drive axle, equipped with end dump bodies, diesel engines, automatic transmissions, and heavy-duty municipal snow plows. The submission deadline is September 30th, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with bids to be opened at City Hall, 1100 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IL 62864. The awarded bid will be announced at the October 5th, 2026, Council Meeting. Bidders must review all detailed specifications and submit completed bid forms along with a separate page entitled 'Exceptions to Specifications' if applicable.
Two new class 7 or 8 dump trucks with single drive axle, End dump body, And heavy duty snow plow
Lowest bid, conformance to specifications
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Summary
The City of Mt.
Vernon, Illinois is inviting sealed bids for two (2) new class 7 or 8 dump trucks with a single drive axle, equipped with end dump bodies, diesel engines, automatic transmissions, and heavy-duty municipal snow plows. The submission deadline is September 30th, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with bids to be opened at City Hall, 1100 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IL 62864. The awarded bid will be announced at the October 5th, 2026, Council Meeting. Bidders must review all detailed specifications and submit completed bid forms along with a separate page entitled 'Exceptions to Specifications' if applicable.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest bid, conformance to specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two new class 7 or 8 dump trucks with single drive axle, End dump body, And heavy duty snow plow
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid form, exceptions to specifications
- Submit to
- City Clerk's office at City Hall, 1100 Main St. Mt. Vernon, IL. 62864
- Scope location
- Mt. Vernon, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Mt. Vernon
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Mount Vernon?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Clerk's office at City Hall, 1100 Main St. Mt. Vernon, IL. 62864. For questions, contact Mike Shannon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Mount Vernon in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mike Shannon at (618) 242-6855. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two new class 7 or 8 dump trucks with single drive axle, End dump body, And heavy duty snow plow. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest bid, conformance to specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Mount Vernon?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Mount Vernon are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Mount Vernon regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: bid form, exceptions to specifications. Review the full document from City of Mount Vernon for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mt. Vernon, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.