The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced a series of public auctions for decommissioned vehicles, equipment, and general stores. The auctions, which will take place between April 29 and May 20, 2025, will be conducted at different locations across the country, with all events starting at 10 am.
The auction process will be carried out through four separate tenders: MOD/423(0701) 2024/25 for Kenya Navy Base (KNB) Mtongwe in the Mombasa Region, MOD/423(0702) 2024/25 for 43 OCC in the Nanyuki Region, MOD/423(0703) 2024/25 for DEFOD Kahawa in the Nairobi Region, and MOD/423(0704) 2024/25 for 23 OCC Lanet in the Nakuru Region.
The MoD has clarified that all items will be sold on an “as-is, where-is” basis, meaning buyers will receive them in their current condition without warranties on quality or functionality. Interested bidders can view the items from April 7 to April 25, 2025, on weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm at designated locations, including DEFOD Kahawa, 12 Engrs Thika, 23 OCC Lanet, 43 OCC Nanyuki, and KNB Mtongwe in the Coastal Region.
The auctions will be managed by different auctioneers: M/S Garam Auctioneers at KNB Mtongwe, M/S View Line Auctioneers at 43 OCC Nanyuki, M/S Philips Auctioneers at DEFOD Kahawa, and M/S J K Wanderi Auctioneers at 23 OCC Lanet.
Catalogues detailing the auctioned items will be available for purchase at viewing locations for a non-refundable fee of Sh1,000 per set. Bidders must also pay a refundable bid number deposit of Sh50,000 for vehicles and equipment and Sh30,000 for general stores before the last day of viewing. Each bid number is valid for only one lot.
Successful bidders must pay a 25 percent deposit immediately after the auction, with the balance due within 14 days. Failure to complete payment will lead to forfeiture of the deposit. Buyers must collect their items within 30 days, or they will be charged a storage fee of one percent of the bid price per day for up to three months, after which the items will be forfeited.
Additionally, all ex-military vehicles must be repainted in non-military colors before use, and they cannot be operated with ex-military number plates to avoid impoundment. Successful bidders must also obtain clearance from the Kenya Revenue Authority before collecting their items.
The MoD has set a reserve price for all items and reserves the right to reject bids below this amount without explanation.
