Lake County Auction Services Solicitation 26-314 2026
Lake CountyCounty · Tavares, FL- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Bill Ponko
- (352) 343-9839
The 30-second brief
Lake County, Florida is seeking sealed submissions from qualified firms to provide auction services. Proposals must be submitted through the county's procurement portal by September 17, 2026.
Vendor Profile, Statement of Interest, Program Manager Resume, Proposed Solution, Financial Stability Statement, Litigation History
Firm qualifications, Proposed costs/fee schedule, Adequacy and Location of Facility, Sales Reports, Past Performance, Compliance with technical requirements, Financial Stability
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Summary
Lake County, Florida is seeking sealed submissions from qualified firms to provide auction services. Proposals must be submitted through the county's procurement portal by September 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Firm qualifications
- Proposed costs/fee schedule
- Adequacy and Location of Facility
- Sales Reports
- Past Performance
- Compliance with technical requirements
- Financial Stability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Vendor Profile
- Statement of Interest
- Program Manager Resume
- Proposed Solution
- Financial Stability Statement
- Litigation History
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Attachment 1 – Submission Form
- Attachment 2 – Law Compliance Affidavit
- Attachment 3 – Pricing Sheet
- Attachment 4 – Reference Form
- Exhibit A – Scope of Work
- Exhibit B – Insurance Requirements
- Exhibit C – General Terms & Conditions
- Sunbiz.org registration
- W-9 form
- Auctioneer Surety Bond/License
- Submit to
- https://lakecountyfl.gov/procurement-services
- Scope location
- Lake County, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lake County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 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: https://lakecountyfl.gov/procurement-services. For questions, contact Bill Ponko.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lake County in FL, 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 RFP 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 Bill Ponko at (352) 343-9839. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Vendor Profile, Statement of Interest, Program Manager Resume, Proposed Solution, Financial Stability Statement, Litigation History. 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: "Firm qualifications, Proposed costs/fee schedule, Adequacy and Location of Facility, Sales Reports, Past Performance, Compliance with technical requirements, Financial Stability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lake County 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 RFP?
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: Attachment 1 – Submission Form, Attachment 2 – Law Compliance Affidavit, Attachment 3 – Pricing Sheet, Attachment 4 – Reference Form, Exhibit A – Scope of Work, Exhibit B – Insurance Requirements, Exh. Review the full document from Lake 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: Lake County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.