Terms & Conditions

ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools public auction Terms and Conditions

1. Equipment/Material Condition, Warranty, and Compliance

   1. A listing description is based on current knowledge/use; potential breaks/errors are unknown and, therefore, not listed. Bidders are encouraged to inspect the item thoroughly before placing a bid. Questions or concerns must be addressed before bidding.

   2. As-Is Condition: items sold "as-is, where-is". No warranties expressed or implied. No guarantees of value, use, or application.

   3. The seller assumes no liability for the functionality, usability, or any issues that may arise after the sale. The buyer accepts full responsibility for the item upon winning the auction.

   4. Buyer assumes liability for safety regulations, local codes and requirements, and other industry standards where applicable.

   5. No covenant, representation, or warranty regarding compliance with:

      1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) guidelines

      2. US Consumer Product Safety Commission requirements

      3. Any other applicable guidelines, regulations, or requirements

2. Award & Payment Terms

   1. Winning bidders receive notice of award electronically.

   2. Bid Deposits: ISD 279 reserves the right to require bid deposits. Deposits ensure fair participation for all buyers.

   3. Payment Processing: payments handled by PayMac. Acceptable payment methods include wire transfer or credit card. NOT ACCEPTED: Cash, Checks, Money Orders. Public Surplus will confirm payment via email.

   4. Payment Timeline: full payment required within 5 business days of award notice. Failure to make timely payment will result in the item being relisted.

      1. 10% Buyer's Premium added to final sale price.

      2. Minimum charge of $1 per auction.

      3. Premium visible during bidding process.

      4. 9.025% sales tax and .15% local tax applies to purchases.

   5. No Returns or Refunds. All sales are final.

3. Equipment/Material Pickup

   1. Buyer Responsibilities: buyer must pack, load, and transport items at buyer’s expense. Shipping arrangements and costs are the sole responsibility of the buyer. ISD 279 does not package, ship, or endorse a shipping courier.

   2. Timeline: Items must be removed within 10 business days of award notification. Items not removed are considered abandoned and, therefore, ISD 279 reserves right to: retain all payments and re-list abandoned items.

   3. Required Buyer Documentation:

      1. Notice of award

      2. Payment receipt

      3. Personal identification