26CRDLEBCLULL-0032S - Auctioneer Services

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide auctioneer services for the online auction of seized property, including firearms and weapons, originating from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and other law enforcement agencies within the State of Iowa. The successful contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the online auction, including advertising, bidder registration, auction administration, and payment processing. The contract term is expected to be one year, with the option for up to five annual extensions. • The contractor must hold a current, valid Federal Firearms License (FFL) issued by the United States Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). • The contractor must be insured and bonded in accordance with State of Iowa requirements and have a valid State of Iowa Sales Tax Permit. • The contractor will be responsible for delivering auction items to the buyer, with no cost to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. • The contractor will invoice separately for each task, with the only funds retained from auction receipts being applicable sales tax.