New era for government vehicle auctions

The Queensland Government’s fleet manager, QFleet, has appointed Manheim Pty Ltd to remarket and dispose of Queensland Government vehicles.

Housing and Public Works Minister Tim Mander said the three-year deal brought Queensland into line with other states in Australia and would save Queenslanders approximately $1.5 million per annum.

“Following a competitive tender process, the government has appointed Manheim to handle all aspects of the vehicle remarketing and disposal process including transportation, inspection, paint, panel and mechanical repairs,” Mr Mander said.

“The three-year deal commenced on 1 July and has an option to extend a further two, 12-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance.”

Mr Mander said QFleet motor vehicle sales would restart in Brisbane, Cairns and Townsville this month.

“The public can expect the same high quality and well maintained used vehicles for which QFleet auctions have become renowned,” he said.

The first Manheim auction of QFleet vehicles will be held on 23 July.

Anyone interested in purchasing a QFleet motor vehicle should refer to the Manheim website (http://www.manheim.com.au/) for further details.

[ENDS] 18 July 2013

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