City of Trenton - Public Vehicle Sale - BID2026-96 (2026)
- Due
- Oct 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Isabel C. Garcia
- (609) 989-3139
The 30-second brief
The City of Trenton, Department of Administration, is soliciting sealed bids for a Public Vehicle Sale under solicitation BID2026-96. The offering includes multiple surplus and recovered vehicles stored at Affordable Towing and Recovery, located at 346 Bunting Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611. Specific vehicles available include a 2009 Toyota Corolla, 2016 Chevrolet Malibu, 2014 Ford Mustang, 2014 Chevrolet Cruze, 2020 Hyundai Kona, 2011 Nissan Maxima, 2018 Chevrolet Impala, and 2011 Honda Pilot. The minimum bid is $4,953.00 per vehicle, and all sales are final on an 'as is' basis with no warranties. An inspection date is scheduled for September 30, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Sealed bids must be submitted by October 13, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. to the Division of Purchasing, City Hall Annex, 319 East State Street, 1st floor, Trenton, New Jersey 08608. A virtual bid opening will be held via Zoom. Successful bidders must provide a 10% deposit and remove vehicles from the towing lot at their own expense within ten consecutive calendar days.
2009 TOYOTA COROLLA, 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU, 2014 FORD MUSTANG, 2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE, 2020 HYUNDAI KONA, 2011 NISSAN MAXIMA, 2018 CHEVROLET IMPALA, 2011 HONDA PILOT
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Summary
The City of Trenton, Department of Administration, is soliciting sealed bids for a Public Vehicle Sale under solicitation BID2026-96.
The offering includes multiple surplus and recovered vehicles stored at Affordable Towing and Recovery, located at 346 Bunting Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611. Specific vehicles available include a 2009 Toyota Corolla, 2016 Chevrolet Malibu, 2014 Ford Mustang, 2014 Chevrolet Cruze, 2020 Hyundai Kona, 2011 Nissan Maxima, 2018 Chevrolet Impala, and 2011 Honda Pilot. The minimum bid is $4,953.00 per vehicle, and all sales are final on an 'as is' basis with no warranties. An inspection date is scheduled for September 30, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Sealed bids must be submitted by October 13, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. to the Division of Purchasing, City Hall Annex, 319 East State Street, 1st floor, Trenton, New Jersey 08608. A virtual bid opening will be held via Zoom. Successful bidders must provide a 10% deposit and remove vehicles from the towing lot at their own expense within ten consecutive calendar days.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA
- 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU
- 2014 FORD MUSTANG
- 2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE
- 2020 HYUNDAI KONA
- 2011 NISSAN MAXIMA
- 2018 CHEVROLET IMPALA
- 2011 HONDA PILOT
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Form, 10% deposit (cash, certified bank check or money order)
- Submit to
- City Hall Annex, Division of Purchasing, 319 East State Street, 1st floor, Trenton, New Jersey 08608
- Scope location
- Trenton, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Trenton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 13, 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 Hall Annex, Division of Purchasing, 319 East State Street, 1st floor, Trenton, New Jersey 08608. For questions, contact Isabel C. Garcia.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Trenton in NJ, 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 Isabel C. Garcia at (609) 989-3139. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA, 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU, 2014 FORD MUSTANG, 2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE, 2020 HYUNDAI KONA, 2011 NISSAN MAXIMA, 2018 CHEVROLET IMPALA, 2011 HONDA PILOT. 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: "Highest bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Trenton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Trenton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Trenton 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: Proposal Form, 10% deposit (cash, certified bank check or money order). Review the full document from City of Trenton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Trenton, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.