Opportunity
Steuben County Civicplus #GC-26-014-P
Steuben County seeks professional auction services for surplus equipment sales
Posted
June 05, 2026
Respond By
June 25, 2026
Identifier
GC-26-014-P
NAICS
541613
Steuben County is seeking qualified auctioneering firms to provide professional auction services for the sale of surplus and obsolete county equipment. - Government Buyer: - Steuben County Purchasing Department - Contact: Jean A. Peterson - Scope of Services: - Conduct annual sales of surplus equipment, including office furniture, computers, vehicles, and heavy equipment - Organize, market, and conduct auctions (including online auctions) - Prepare surplus items for sale - Provide complete accounting and settlement services for the county and participating municipalities - Payment Structure: - Compensation based on a percentage-based buyers premium - Proposals must include a comprehensive cost proposal and list any other applicable expenses - Vendor Requirements: - Demonstrated experience with similar projects - Submission of at least three references - Adherence to Steuben County's standard insurance requirements - Restrictions on contract assignability without prior written consent - Contract Term: - Initial term of one year, with up to four one-year renewal options - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; focus is on auction services
Description
This solicitation is for professional auction services for Steuben County. The county seeks the expertise of an auctioneering firm to conduct the sale of surplus equipment. Proposals must include a proposed percentage-based buyers premium and any other applicable expenses. The selection will be based on experience, implementation plan, and cost. The project manager is Jean A. Peterson, Interim Director of Purchasing.