The City of St. Charles administers a City-wide purchasing system in accordance with program thresholds.

Open and closed bids are displayed on this web site. Submitted, sealed bids must be received and time-stamped by the Purchasing Department prior to the bid opening on the respective date.

Vendors are not required to complete an application before participating in the bidding process or before being awarded a contract. The City does not automatically notify vendors of bid opportunities.

Prospective bidders may request a complete set of specifications and the applicable RFP or bid documents by visiting the Purchasing Office at City Hall or by calling (636) 940-4668. 

For more detailed information regarding the City's purchasing/bidding policies, please consult the online City Ordinances. For easiest viewing, view the code using Frames.