How to bid on Professional Auctioneer Services for Vehicles and Heavy Equipment - DSS

What the agency is buying

The Division of Purchase and Property for New Jersey is looking for professional auctioneer services. This contract will cover the auctioning of vehicles and heavy equipment.

This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in auction services to work with the State of New Jersey.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on September 24, 2026. The deadline for submissions is December 02, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted before this time.

It is important to complete and submit your response well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms that provide professional auctioneer services. Specifically, vendors with experience in auctioning vehicles and heavy equipment will be a good fit.

The relevant category for this bid is equipment, indicating a need for expertise in handling and selling such assets.

How to respond

Full solicitation documents and instructions on how to respond are available on the NJSTART procurement portal. You can view the bid details and documents without signing in.

To submit an electronic quote, you will need to register a free vendor account on the NJSTART portal. Alternatively, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents if you are not submitting electronically.

Bidders must use the State-Supplied Price Sheet included with the solicitation to submit their pricing. Refer to Section 3.21 State-Supplied Price Sheet Instructions for detailed guidance.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, especially the State-Supplied Price Sheet Instructions, to ensure your pricing is submitted correctly. Errors in pricing submission can lead to disqualification.

Ensure your firm has the necessary experience and qualifications for auctioning vehicles and heavy equipment, and be prepared to demonstrate this in your response. Highlight any specific expertise or past successes in this area.

If you have any questions about the solicitation, contact Colleen Luckie at [email protected]. Submitting questions early allows time for a response before the deadline.