Looks like the Federal Government is shutting down an office, or perhaps someone is just looking to make some upgrades. Either way, what we have here is a huge lot of over 50 pieces of miscellaneous furniture up for grabs to the highest bidder. The lot consists of 48 various office chairs in at least ten different colors. Some of the chairs have wheels and some do not. Also included, is one 2-drawer cabinet, 1 cart, one 4-shelf bookcase, and one podium. This lot would be perfect for someone who is looking for cheap furniture for a conference room, or it can be parted out and sold individually. The winning bidder will be responsible for for loading and transporting this property from its location. Inspection is recommended and encouraged. The starting bid for this entire lot is just $35, but there are no bidders as of yet. This online auction will be ending in exactly 5 days 2 hours and 36 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
Category Archives: Surplus
2010 Dodge Charger: Missing Parts But Not Personality
This next auction is for a white 2010 Dodge Charger sedan with just 59,784 miles on the odometer. By the looks of it, this charger appears to be a former police cruiser. It’s missing the back seat and the rear door panels have been removed. This is common with police cars, because there are certain modifications that need to be made so that the bad guys don’t get away. If you’re willing to overlook this, you might be able to get an awesome deal on this otherwise gorgeous car. The Charger was built with performance and handling in mind, but also spacious enough to be a great family car, too. It’s equipped with a powerful V8 engine capable f delivering 368 horsepower. The description doesn’t provide any details about inside features, but it’s safe to assume that it comes with the standard trim. Individuals interested in bidding for this vehicle will be able to inspect it and ask for additional details. The are currently five bidders for this auction, with the highest one offering just $1,020. This online auction will be ending in exactly 5 days 22 hours and 41 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
2009 Freightliner Cascadia: Be a Patriot
Looking to move some freight across the country or start and inter-state shipping company? If so, then this next auction is for you. The Federal Government is auctioning off a 2009 Freightliner Cascadia 125 Truck VIN: 1FUJGLDR69LAL0511 with just over 54,000 miles on the odometer. That’s a baby in truck years. This truck has dark metallic-green paint with a flag wrap on both the left and right sides so you can move freight and represent the USA at the same time. The truck has a Detroit DD15 Engine with 475 horsepower that’s in good condition. It’s equipped with 13-speed Eaton Fuller Transmission, which is also in good condition. The truck has an aluminum fuel tank with a 300 gallon capacity. There is also a 60 inch raised roof double bunk sleeper, so you can pull over and take a nap on your way across the country. The truck is equipped with air conditioning, cruise control, power steering, AM/FM radio with CD player, tilt steering, and air-ride seats on the driver and passenger side. Those interested in bidding on this vehicle are invited to thoroughly inspect it before bidding. This online auction will be ending in exactly 6 days 20 hours and 43 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
1 Lot of Hay Bales: High Quality Fodder
Next up is a government auction we don’t come across very often. Currently up for bid is one lot consisting of 48 bales of hay that are around three years old and consist of a mixture of brome and timothy grasses. These bales have been certified weed-free and have been stored as a single layer on the ground. These bales are described to be free of mold or rot, and still green on the inside. The hay is located at Stephens Creek Barn in Yellowstone National Park. Those interested in bidding are encouraged to inspect the hay prior to casting their bids. Round bales, such as these, are a bit harder to handle than their square counterparts since they cannot be stacked quite as easily, but they compress the hay more tightly and are more moisture resistant. These types of bales typically weight 660-880 lbs, so the winner of this auction will be walking away, or rather driving away, with over 30,000 pounds of hay. Hay bales of this size typically sell for around $34 per large round bale, so this entire lot could be worth over $1,600. There is currently just one bid of $50 for the entire lot. This online auction will be ending in exactly 4 days 18 hours and 3 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
GSA Auctions: What They Are and What is Sold at Them
If you’ve been following along in our blog series on government agencies that conduct auctions, you’ve probably noticed that the two agencies we’ve covered thus far; the US Customs Service and the US Marshals Service, mostly deal with seized property. Both can be great places to find items at a discount, which you can either resell for profit or keep for yourself. However, in this blog post, we will be discussing the primary agency that is responsible for liquidating government surplus assets: the General Services Administration (GSA). Over the years, we’ve noticed that some of the best deals can be found at government surplus auctions, where you can buy things like cars, boats, planes, trailers, computers, furniture and anything else you can imagine. Keep reading to learn more about how GSA auctions.
What is the General Services Administration (G.S.A)?
You can think of the GSA as a business that the U.S. government owns and operates. The GSA was established in 1949 to help support the basic functioning of federal agencies. The GSA buys most of the products and communications required to run U.S. government offices. Additionally, it provides transportation and office space to federal employees, and manages other tasks. The GSA employs about 12,000 federal workers and has an annual operating budget of more than $26 billion. However, this pales in comparison to the amount of money that the GSA oversees that is spent on buying stuff for the US government. To put things in perspective, the Federal Government has motor vehicle fleet of around 210,000 vehicles. The GSA also manages real estate assets for the government, which it periodically auctions off to the public. This is why you will often see real estate auctions comprised of old Social Security Administration buildings and other real estate assets. From time to time, you will even see small islands and other unusual properties being auctioned off.
However, when it comes to auctioning things off, the GSA does not operate for profit. Its job is to dispose of millions of dollars of government assets, and for the most part, it is willing to accept whatever amount it can get for those assets through an auction.
Where does the agency get stuff it auctions off?
All of the items sold by the G.S.A were purchased with federal tax dollars; that is, with your money. It takes a lot to operate a government as vast and powerful as that of the United States. In order to function, the government needs everything ordinary citizens would need: cars to transport government officials and serve as security; computers and furniture to fill its offices; boats to patrol the seas; scientific and industrial equipment used in laboratories and various agencies; and much more. When the government decides to upgrade its fleet of vehicles or computers, or even close an entire department due to budget cuts, it auctions off these assets to the public.
What you need to know?
- Since the assets sold at these auctions are surplus, most are in fair to poor condition, as is to be expected. Some of the assets may be damaged and able to be repaired, while others will be beyond repair and sold for scrap. From time to time, you might be able to find items that are in excellent condition, too. Keep in mind that items need not be in excellent condition for you to be able to make a profit from them. If you could acquire a bulk lot of 20 computer monitors for $5 a piece, you probably wouldn’t be too upset it some of them end up not working or needing repairs, because you could turn around and sell the monitors that do work for $25-$50 each and still make a tidy profit.
- These auction items are sold “as is”, and is not warranted in any way. You should take this into consideration when setting your maximum bids and adjust them accordingly. Sometimes you can set up an inspection date and examine the items before bidding. Doing so can great reduce your risk of loss and make for a much more pleasant experience.
- Payment must be made in cash (up to $10,000), bank cashier’s check, U.S. Postal Service or commercial money order, or personal or company checks that are accompanied by a bank letter of guarantee. Items must be paid for within 2 business days of you winning the auction and removed within 10 business days of winning the auction, or you may be placed in default status.
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Lot of (168) 40MM Ammo Cans: Alot More Useful Than You Might Think
The government frequently auctions off huge lots of military ammo cans and there are always people willing and ready to buy these hunks of metal up for various purposes. Some people probably buy them for scrap metal, but others have come up with some creative and unique ways to put these things to good use. Some of the features that make these military ammo cans so useful and versatile is that they come in a variety of shapes and sizes, are waterproof, and air tight. They’re also really easy to carry and stack, so transporting them between locations is not a problem. You can easily use ammo cans to store tools, coins, and anything else you can imagine. More than that, with some work, you can re-purpose them to serve as shelves, a first-aid kit, or even a radio. This auction is for one lot of 168 40 mm ammo cans. There are currently 5 bidders with the highest bid at $875. That’s just over $5 a can. If you want to get rid of a few cases people will be happy to buy these ammo cans from you on eBay or Craigslist. This online auction will be ending in exactly 3 days 2 hours and 55 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
2009 Frontier Trailer: Fixer Upper
Next up on the auction block is a 2009 Frontier Trailer. This is a roomy and comfortable trailer that can be used in a variety of ways. This trailer will need some repairs and maintenance before it can be used again, starting with a set of new tires, one window needs to be replaced, and the floor needs to be replaced. For someone who knows how to do the work themselves or inexpensively, this could be a great deal. There are currently two bidders with the highest bid at just $1,665. This online auction will be ending in exactly 5 days 6 hour and 0 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
2 Kubota Snow Blowers: Get Them While It’s Hot
The beginning of August brings to mind hot days spent at the beach, steaks sizzling on the grill, and the feeling that summer is going by way too fast. What better time to purchase a pair of Kubota snow blowers than this, we thought. That’s right, next up on the auction block is this lot of 2 Kubota front-mount snow blowers (MODEL:F5210B). These snow blowers typically sell for around $2-$3k a piece, but you may be able to get a much better deal than that by visiting this auction. The current bid is at just $200 with only one bidder. This item is located in Salt Lake City, Utah and the winning bidder will be responsible for packing and removal of the item. This online auction will be ending in exactly 4 days 20 hours and 0 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
A Cologne With a Story: 100ml Opuland Sheik Cologne
One of the phenomenal perks of being a U.S. government official is that you receive a lot of expensive and unique gifts from foreign donors, governments, and others. So many in fact, that you couldn’t possible keep all of them. And we’re guessing that President Barack Obama isn’t allowed to sell unwanted gifts on eBay even if he wanted to make a little extra cash on the side. So what happens to all those gifts, one might ask. A large percentage of the stuff gets transferred to various government agencies and auctioned off to the public. Such is the fate of this 100ml Opuland Sheik cologne bottle. This beautiful bottle comes with its own turquoise stone mounted to the top and black leather case. It was given to Admiral Gary Roughead, Chief of Naval Operations for the U.S. Navy, by Abdulla Saeed, Commander of the Royal Bahrain Naval Forces. According to official U.S. documents this over-the-top cologne is valued at approximately $565.00. We’re not sure what the special occasion was, but that’s quite a gift. Whether you’re looking to get the perfect gift for someone or just want some bragging rights next time you’re hanging out with your buddies, this cologne will not disappoint. This online auction will be ending in exactly 20 hours, and 40 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
2 Dental Chairs Up For Grabs
Looking to pick up some dental chairs for a great price? Well it just so happens that the government is auctioning off a pair in the very near future, courtesy of The Department of Veterans Affairs. We’re not sure why these chairs are being retired, because they appear to be in fairly good condition, but if you need an extra dental chair or two for your office, then this is a fantastic opportunity. The chairs are located in Florida, and the buyer will be responsible for loading, packing, and removal of the property after the auction closes. The current bid is at just $1,025 for the pair, a fraction of what you would pay for just one of these chairs on the open market. This online auction will be ending in exactly 2 days, 0 hours, and 20 minutes so if you’d like to find out more about it then all you have to do is activate your free trial account right now!
