Frequently Asked Questions

District Use

Q. How long are items listed in each category?
A. A minimum of two weeks.

Q. Can District employees bid on items for District use?
A. District use items are to be used for District business purposes only. Any District employees may express an interest in an item for District use. Employees who are interested in items for personal use shall bid on the items offered in the Public Sale category.

Public Sale

Q. Why did the District discontinue the surplus sales?
A. Concern was expressed that there was not equal access to all interested parties.

Q. I'm interested in bidding on an item but would like to inspect it first.
A. Due to limited warehouse space and resources, we are not able to offer physical inspection of items.

Q. If I can't see the other bids, how do I know how much to bid?
A. Offer as much as the item is worth to you. The item will be awarded to the highest bidder.

Q. Why can't we see the other bidders' bids?
A. To offer a silent auction style system would require that all bidders register with the District and receive an account and password. At this time, the resources to manage this type of auction are not available.

Q. Can I view the item before I pay for it?
A. Payment is required before an item may be picked up.

Q. Is there a guarantee that items are functional?
A. Items are sold "as is". There is no guarantee that they are functional.

Donation to Non-Profit Agencies

Q. I need furniture now. Is there any available?
A. Available items are listed in each category.

Q. Are all non-profit agencies eligible?
A. Non-profit agencies must provide a State issued verification of non-profit status.