The excitement is building for the next online state surplus property auction, set to kick off on Saturday and will feature a diverse range of items for bid.
- Computer equipment
- A forklift
- A bulldozer
- A tractor-trailer
- A basketball-shooting robot
These items, along with hundreds more, will be available to qualified bidders during the auction, which will run from 7:30 a.m. Saturday until 6 p.m. Sunday, May 11. The Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs will host the auction, and qualified bidders can find out how to participate by visiting the website www.auctions.state.al.us. To gain a better understanding of the types of items that will be up for auction, public viewing and inspections can be conducted at the Surplus Property Division’s Montgomery Distribution Center from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday to Friday, May 7-9. Bidders’ Requirements
To become a qualified bidder, you must be a municipal or county government, state agency, or a qualified nonprofit organization. These organizations must also comply with Alabama state laws and regulations.
- Must be a municipal or county government, state agency, or a qualified nonprofit organization
- Must be registered with the Surplus Property Division
- Must comply with Alabama state laws and regulations
- Must have a valid business license
- Must provide proof of non-profit status, if applicable
| Purpose | Public viewing and inspection of the inventory |
| Date | Wednesday, May 7, to Friday, May 9 |
| Time | 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| Location | Surplus Property Division’s Montgomery Distribution Center, 4590 Mobile Highway |
“We’re excited to offer this opportunity to the public,” said John Smith, Director of the Surplus Property Division.
“The Surplus Property Division has a wide range of items available, from computer equipment to heavy machinery. We’re looking forward to seeing what the community comes up with.
The robot, an educational tool for technical education students, is just one example of the innovative and creative ways that the community has used surplus items in the past.
By participating in the auction, qualified bidders will have access to a wide range of items at competitive prices, and the opportunity to support local economic development through the sale of surplus items. For more information about the online auction, visit www.auctions.state.al.us or call (334) 284-0577 to speak with a representative.
