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State of Arizona Surplus Property Management Office

ONLINE SALES - TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Guarantee Waiver


All property is offered for sale "as-is, where-is." The State of Arizona Surplus Property Management Office (SPMO) makes no warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale. The Buyer is not entitled to any payment for loss of profit or any other money damages - special, direct, indirect, or consequential.


Description Warranty


The description of property offered for sale has been compiled from available data and there is no guarantee or warranty on the part of the SPMO as to number, condition, or quality of property offered. Refunds or adjustments will not be made. Verbal comments by custodians of the property concerning the condition of property are not considered by the SPMO, nor will they be grounds for disputing an award of property. If property purchased is equipment to be handled or driven and could possibly cause injury, no matter how remote, you are urged to have the equipment inspected by a qualified individual prior to driving or using the equipment.


Inspection


Most items offered for sale are used and may contain defects not immediately detectable. Bidders may inspect the property prior to bidding. Bidders must adhere to the inspection dates and times indicated in the item description or contact the person listed to schedule an inspection.


Consideration of Bid


The SPMO reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withdraw from sale any of the items listed. Further, "An employee of the owning or disposing agency shall not directly or indirectly purchase or agree with another person to purchase surplus property if that employee is or has been directly or indirectly involved in the purchase, disposal, maintenance or preparation for sale of surplus property." (Arizona Administrative Code R2-15-303.E.5)


Notice of Award


Successful bidders will receive a Notice of Award by email from PublicSurplus.com. The SPMO will send a confirming email with payment instructions to the successful bidder.



Payment


Payment shall be made within five business days after award. Payment is accepted between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. each working day at 1919 W. Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85009


Payments must be in the form of Cashiers Check, US Postal Service Money Order or Visa or Master Card Debit or Credit Cards (Payments with Visa or Master Card
 can be made online at the following link:


https://adoasurplusauctionpayments.az.gov/content/online-public-surplus-payment


If you are having problems with payment portal or are having issues, please call 602-542-5701 option 9 or email auction contact listed on the item.


Certified / Cashiers checks or money orders must be made payable to: State of Arizona Surplus Property. If payment is to be mailed it shall be mailed to: Arizona SPMO 1537 W. Jackson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007 or delivered to the same address.


Tax is not included in the bid price. A transaction privilege tax of 6.3% will be applicable to all sales unless current resale license is supplied.

No property may be removed by the successful bidder prior to full payment of the purchase price being received at the SPMO. The SPMO cannot be held responsible for late payments.


The SPMO will notify you upon receipt of payment. You may then contact the responsible party listed for that item and arrange for a mutually convenient pick up time. You will need to bring the payment receipt or the auction item(s) will not be released to you.


If you are picking up an item for someone else, you will need all a copy of the receipt showing the item was paid (photo copies are acceptable) plus a note from the designated "winning bidder" specifically naming you as their authorized representative, along with your own ID.


Bid Deposits


The SPMO may require bid deposits in order to ensure fairness and equity to all buyers as a way to decrease default bidding. The deposit will be reversed if no default occurs or the bidder does not win the auction. The SPMO will collect and retain the deposit if there is a default by the winning bidder.


Removal


Buyer must remove auction item(s) from said agencies premises within 5 business days of notification by the SPMO of receipt of payment, and within 10 business days from the time and date of issuance of the Notice of Award. Successful bidders are responsible for loading and removal and any and all property awarded to them from the place where the property is located as indicated on the website and in the Notice of Award. The Buyer will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary, including packing, loading and transportation of the property. Under no circumstances will the SPMO assume responsibility for packing, loading or shipping. Property may be removed between the hours of 8am and 4pm, Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. For additional information, please contact the SPMO at (602) 542 - 5701 or at SPMO@azdoa.gov.

Vehicle Titles


The SPMO will issue a title or certificate upon receipt of payment. Titles may be subject to any restrictions as indicated in the item description on the website. Open titles cannot be issued. The SPMO will not issue replacement titles.

Default


Default shall include (1) failure to observe these terms and conditions; (2) failure to make good and timely payment; or (3) failure to remove all items within the specified time. Default will result in termination of the contract and suspension from participation in all future sales and will not be forgiven at a later date. If the Buyer fails in the performance of their obligations, the SPMO may exercise such rights and may pursue such remedies as are provided by law.

Acceptance of Terms and Conditions


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

SPMO Online Terms and Conditions 2017.doc