ONLINE SALES � TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Guarantee Waiver. All property is offered for sale as-is, where-is. California State University, Northridge makes no warranty, guarantee 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. California State University, Northridge warrants to the Buyer that the property offered for sale will conform to its description. Any claim for mis- description must be made before the removal of the property. If California State University, Northridge confirms that the property does not conform to the description, California State University, Northridge will keep the property and refund any money paid. The liability of California State University, Northridge shall not exceed the actual purchase price of the property. Please note that upon removal of the property, all sales are final.
Inspection. Most items offered for sale are used and may contain defects not immediately detectable. Bidders may inspect the property before 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. California State University, Northridge reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withdraw from sale any of the items listed.
Notice of Award. Successful bidders will receive a Notice of Award by email from PublicSurplus.com
Payment. Public Surplus collects all payments for California State University, Northridge. Payment for an awarded item must be received within five (5) business days of the close of the auction. Payment shall be made online by credit card or by wire transfer. If you choose to pay with a credit card please follow the instructions below. The credit card limit per transaction is $4,000.00. For payments larger than this amount follow the instructions listed under Wire Transfers.
Partial Payment
There will be NO partial payments of an auction allowed. All auctions must be paid in full per payment process used per auction. You WILL NOT be able to pay partially for an auction by credit card and pay the remainder by wire transfer.
Credit Cards
Login to the Public Surplus site. Click on "My Stuff" and then click on "Past Bids". Click on the description of the auction and then click on "Pay Online" link located on the right hand side of the screen. Follow the steps to complete the transaction. A receipt will be emailed to you once the payment has cleared.
Wire Transfers
For payments over $4,000.00 a wire transfer is required. NO CASH, CHECKS, OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED. If you need to do a wire transfer, please email Buyer Support at buyersupport@publicsurplus.com asking for wire instructions or
request the instructions via live Chat. These instructions will be emailed to you. Please follow them exactly to allow for prompt payment.
Pick Up Procedures
Public Surplus will notify the Buyer upon receipt of payment. The Buyer may then contact the responsible party listed for that item and arrange for a mutually convenient pick up time. The Buyer must bring the Notice of Award with the Paid Receipt and personal identification such as a Drivers License or DMV ID to the pick-up location. The person releasing the item will require the Buyer to show all three documents. The Buyer must present these forms of identification at the scheduled pick up or the auction item(s) will not be released.
Bid Deposits. California State University, Northridge 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. Public Surplus will collect and retain the deposit if there is a default by the winning bidder.
State/Local Sales and/or Use Tax. California State University, Northridge may collect sales tax, unless the buyer has provided a valid tax-exempt certificate to California State University, Northridge prior to payment. If applicable, the sales tax will be visible during the bidding process and will be included in your payment to Public Surplus.
Removal. Buyer must remove auction item(s) within five (5) business days of notification by Public Surplus of receipt of payment, and within ten (10) business days from the time and date of issuance of the Notice of Award. If the Buyer, after making payment for an item, fails to remove the item within the specified time, the agency reserves the right (1) to retain any and all payments; and (2) to dispose of the item as deemed desirable by the agency.
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 California State University, Northridge assume responsibility for packing, loading or shipping. The Buyer, and any agent working on his/her behalf will be required to fill out a Hold Harmless Agreement and provide driver�s license information prior to performing any work on campus. Property may be removed between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. For additional information, please contact Miklos Horvath, Assistant Director, at (818) 677-6537, miklos.horvath@csun.edu
Vehicle Titles. California State University, Northridge will issue a title or certificate upon receipt of payment. The title is subject to any restrictions as indicated in the item description on the website. Open titles cannot be issued. California State University,
Northridge 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 may result in termination of the contract and suspension from participation in all future sales until the default has been cured. If the Buyer fails in the performance of their obligations, California State University, Northridge 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.