Town of Mount Vernon - Real Estate Brokerage Services for Tax-Acquired Property - RFP 2026
Town of Mount VernonCity · Mount Vernon, ME- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Brenda Hopkins
- (555) 123-4567
The 30-second brief
The Town of Mount Vernon invites proposals for real estate brokerage services to assist with the sale of tax-acquired property under 36 M.R.S. § 943-C. The selected broker or primary and alternate brokers will operate under a standing master agreement to list, market, and manage individual properties, including rural residential property, land, and camps. Services include recommending list prices, conducting property walkthroughs, documenting contents left behind, listing on the Maine Listings MLS, coordinating showings through the Town, presenting all offers, and working with the Town Attorney at closing. Proposals are due by Thursday, December 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Written questions are due by November 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize local market experience, marketing plans, statutory understanding, fees, and references.
Local market experience 30%, Marketing plan 20%, Municipal and § 943-C understanding 20%, Fees 20%, References and responsiveness 10%
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Summary
The Town of Mount Vernon invites proposals for real estate brokerage services to assist with the sale of tax-acquired property under 36 M.R.S. § 943-C. The selected broker or primary and alternate brokers will operate under a standing master agreement to list, market, and manage individual properties, including rural residential property, land, and camps.
Services include recommending list prices, conducting property walkthroughs, documenting contents left behind, listing on the Maine Listings MLS, coordinating showings through the Town, presenting all offers, and working with the Town Attorney at closing. Proposals are due by Thursday, December 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Written questions are due by November 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize local market experience, marketing plans, statutory understanding, fees, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Local market experience 30%
- Marketing plan 20%
- Municipal and § 943-C understanding 20%
- Fees 20%
- References and responsiveness 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Cover letter
- Licensing
- Local market experience
- Municipal experience
- Marketing plan
- Communication plan
- Dual-agency policy
- Fee Proposal Form (Attachment B)
- Eligibility and Conflict of Interest Certification (Attachment A)
- Insurance certificates
- Three references
- Exceptions
- Submit to
- Board of Selectmen, Town of Mount Vernon, 1997 North Road, Mount Vernon, Maine 04352 and [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Mount Vernon, Maine
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Mount Vernon?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Board of Selectmen, Town of Mount Vernon, 1997 North Road, Mount Vernon, Maine 04352 and [email protected]. For questions, contact Brenda Hopkins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Mount Vernon in ME, 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 RFP 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 Brenda Hopkins at (555) 123-4567. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Local market experience 30%, Marketing plan 20%, Municipal and § 943-C understanding 20%, Fees 20%, References and responsiveness 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Mount Vernon?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Mount Vernon are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Mount Vernon regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Cover letter, Licensing, Local market experience, Municipal experience, Marketing plan, Communication plan, Dual-agency policy, Fee Proposal Form (Attachment B), Eligibility and Conflict of Interest C. Review the full document from Town 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: Mount Vernon, Maine. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.