Terms & Conditions

General

Buyers must be registered with Public Surplus to participate in online auctions, and must at least 18 years of age to enter into a contract with The Montana Surplus Property & Recycling Program.

All property is offered "As-Is, Where-Is" with no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, as to the properties condition for use. The State of Montana is not responsible for any omissions or errors in the descriptions and conditions.

All sales are final with no refunds or exchanges. The State of Montana reserves the right to reject any/or all bids and can withdraw an item at any time. All bids are considered a binding contract to purchase the item if the buyer/bidder is successful in winning the auction. The buyer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the State of Montana, the Surplus Property & Recycling Program, and its employees for any damages, claims, or liability for injuries to persons or property caused by the removal of equipment or items purchased.

Inspections

Items are available for inspection prior to the bidding. Item conditions and descriptions can be subjective�we recommend that the bidders inspect the property prior to bidding. Inspection dates and times are indicated in the item description. For items �sold on site,� please refer to the listed contact to schedule an inspection.

Payment Terms

Upon receipt of notice of winning an auction, payment in full is due by specified date on invoice. The invoice will have payment instructions. The successful bidder can pay by credit card, cash (U.S. currency), cashier's check, certified check or money order made payable to the State of Montana. If arrangements have not been made to pick up and pay for your item by the due date listed on the invoice, you will be blocked and your items will be relisted.�

Items will not be shipped by the State of Montana and are the responsibility of the bidder. Upon receipt of payment in full, the property will be released to the successful bidder. Once the property has been released, the successful bidder will have 10 business days to remove the property from the listed location.

Vehicles

The State of Montana will issue a temporary registration permit, bill of sale, and a title to the successful bidder upon payment in full. Titles may be subject to any restrictions as indicated in the item description. The State of Montana will not issue replacement titles. Out-of-state purchasers who wish to drive their purchase away will be charged an $8.00 fee for the temporary registration permit. Open titles cannot be issued.

Default

Bidders may be barred from participating in State of Montana Surplus Property & Recycling Program sales for failure to observe the Terms and Conditions.

Acceptance of Terms and Conditions

By submitting a bid, the bidder agrees that they have read, fully understand, and accept the Terms and Conditions of Online Sales. If the bid is accepted, the successful bidder agrees to pay for and remove the property by the dates and times specified.