When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 7, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 26, 2026.

It was issued by Pinellas County. The work is located in Clearwater, Florida, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Established provider of online auction platforms. Demonstrated experience serving municipal or governmental clients. Capability for full system maintenance and support. Expertise in inventory management and asset disposal. Ability to administer and market public online auctions.

Online Auction Service (Due July 7, 2026)

Overview

Retail, E-Commerce & Consumer Goods

Clearwater, Florida, United StatesPosted: June 9th, 2026Deadline: July 7th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Clearwater, Florida seeks a vendor to provide and maintain a comprehensive online auction platform for municipal surplus equipment disposal.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have experience performing online auctioning services with municipal and governmental agencies
Must register with OpenGov Procurement
Must be registered with the Florida Division of Corporations
Must provide a reference list of at least four customers for whom they have performed similar services
Must register with and use the E-verify system
Must provide a certificate of insurance and endorsement in accordance with County requirements
Must have a back-up system for emergencies
Must maintain an inventory of all items listed for sale

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Issue/Release Date: June 8th, 2026

Question Submission Deadline: June 26th, 2026, 3:00 pm

Proposal Submission Deadline: July 7th, 2026, 3:00 pm

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 26th, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Pinellas County

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Clearwater, Florida, is seeking an experienced provider to deliver an online auction service for managing and selling miscellaneous surplus equipment, including computers, monitors, printers, tools, construction equipment, and furniture. The selected vendor must offer a robust web-based auction system that streamlines the sale of surplus inventory, reduces carrying costs, broadens market presence, and increases bidder participation and bid prices.

Key requirements include a user-friendly platform for auction management, posting and marketing auctions, receiving payments, blocking bidders, and managing invoicing. The system must support inventory control, allow detailed asset listings with unlimited photos, accommodate multiple auction phases, handle various lot configurations, and support sales tax application. Vendors should demonstrate substantial experience with online auction services for municipal or governmental agencies and be responsible for maintaining and supporting the auction solution, including all aspects of asset disposal.

The proposed contract will be for one year. All vendor inquiries must be submitted by June 26, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 7, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 26, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Pinellas County. The work is located in Clearwater, Florida, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Established provider of online auction platforms
Demonstrated experience serving municipal or governmental clients
Capability for full system maintenance and support
Expertise in inventory management and asset disposal
Ability to administer and market public online auctions

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