Kern County Vehicle Auction Services RFQ #PA321 - 2026
Kern CountyCounty · Bakersfield, CA- Due
- Dec 11, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Shawn DeSchutter
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Summary
The County of Kern seeks bids for vehicle auction services and related services, including labor, materials, and equipment required to pick up, transport, auction, sell, and transfer ownership of county-owned vehicles from the Kern County Fire and Fleet Services Departments.
The contract term is effective May 1, 2027, for three years with two one-year renewal options. Responses are due by December 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM PST, and questions must be submitted prior to December 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST. The procurement includes provisions for local vendor preference within 5% and W-9 submission upon award.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- W9
- Local Vendor Preference Worksheet
- Terms and Conditions
- Submit to
- https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/kern,ca/bid/bidView?bidId=217750 or Kern County Purchasing, 1115 Truxtun Ave., 3rd Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93312
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Bakersfield, CA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Kern County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/kern,ca/bid/bidView?bidId=217750 or Kern County Purchasing, 1115 Truxtun Ave., 3rd Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93312. For questions, contact Shawn DeSchutter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Kern County in CA, 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 Shawn DeSchutter. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Kern County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kern County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kern County 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 11, 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 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: W9, Local Vendor Preference Worksheet, Terms and Conditions. Review the full document from Kern County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bakersfield, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
