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The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced the upcoming auction of military vehicles, equipment, and general stores across various regions, including Nanyuki, Mombasa, Nairobi, and Nakuru.
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The auction, which is set to take place in April and May 2025, will offer a range of cast vehicles and other military items on an ‘as-is-where-is’ basis.
In a notice released on March 27, 2025, the Ministry outlined the details of the auction process, with viewing days for the items scheduled to begin on April 7, 2025. The viewing will be open on working days (Monday to Friday) and will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, excluding public holidays.
Viewing Locations:
- Nairobi Region: DEFOD – Kahawa, 12 Engrs – Thika, 23 OCC-Lanet
- Nanyuki Region: 43 OCC
- Coastal Region: Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe, Mariakani Garrison
Catalogues containing full details of the items for auction will be available for a non-refundable fee of Ksh1,000, payable on the viewing days. Catalogues can be obtained from various MOD offices, including Ulinzi House along Lenana Road, 23 OCC Lanet, 43 OCC Nanyuki, KNB Mtongwe, and DEFOD Kahawa.
Bidding Process and Requirements: Interested bidders are required to pay a refundable deposit of Ksh50,000 for vehicles/equipment and Ksh30,000 for stores, in cash to the Ministry of Defence, before the last day of viewing. Additionally, each bidder can only bid for one lot and must present the original catalogue and receipts at the entrance to participate.
Vehicles purchased in the auction must be repainted with non-military color patterns (where applicable) before being used on the road. The Ministry has emphasized that vehicles with military number plates must not be driven on public roads; failure to comply will result in immediate impoundment.
Auction Sale Dates:
- KDF Mtongwe – April 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM
- 43 OCC Nanyuki – May 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM
- 23 OCC Lanet – May 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM
- DEFOD Kahawa – May 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM
Payment and Collection Guidelines: Successful bidders will be required to pay a 25% deposit of the winning bid amount at the fall of the hammer, with the remaining balance due within 14 days. Failure to complete payment within this period will result in the cancellation of the award and forfeiture of the deposit.
Items must be collected within 30 days of full payment; otherwise, storage fees of 1% of the bid price per day will apply, up to a maximum of three months. Items not collected within three months will be forfeited along with any payments made.
Additional Charges: Successful bidders will be responsible for any applicable duties, VAT, and other charges, as per government regulations. The Ministry has also stated that the sale will be subject to a reserve price, and bids below this price will be rejected without explanation.
Before collecting their items, successful bidders must obtain clearance from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
This public auction presents a unique opportunity for individuals and organizations to acquire military surplus, but interested parties should be prepared to adhere to all requirements outlined by the Ministry of Defence.
