26-078 Request for Proposals; for Auctioneer Services; Tax Title Properties

The City of Springfield, located in Hampden County, Massachusetts, is soliciting proposals for Auctioneering Services related to tax title properties acquired through the tax title foreclosure process under Chapter 60 of the Massachusetts General Laws. Qualified firms are invited to submit sealed proposals for a one-year contract with potential two-year extensions. The procurement seeks an auctioneer to manage and sell properties obtained through tax foreclosure, with bid documents available on the city's website starting November 24, 2025. Prospective bidders must submit any questions about the bid or specifications via email to lstabilo@springfieldcityhall.com no later than December 3, 2025, at 4:30 P.M. Sealed proposals are due on December 10, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. and must be submitted to the Office of Procurement located at 36 Court Street, Room 307, Springfield, MA 01103. The solicitation requires compliance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B regarding competitive sealed proposals, and bidders must demonstrate expertise in conducting auctions for tax title properties.

The City of Springfield has established a goal of 20% minority and women participation in this contract, signaling a commitment to diverse vendor engagement. The Chief Procurement Officer reserves the right to waive informalities and reject any or all bids if deemed in the public interest. The contract has a not-to-exceed amount of $50,000.00 annually, providing a clear budget framework for potential auctioneering service providers. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed, the procurement appears to prioritize firms with demonstrated experience in tax title property auctions and the ability to meet the city's participation goals. The legal advertisement will be published in the Springfield Union News on November 24, 2025, ensuring broad visibility for this contracting opportunity. Interested auctioneering firms should carefully review the bid documents and prepare comprehensive proposals that highlight their qualifications, understanding of tax title property sales, and commitment to the city's diversity objectives.