Rochester Public Utilities Terms and Conditions
ONLINE SALES - TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Buyer will acquire these items "used, as-is, where-is." Rochester Public Utilities (RPU) makes no warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, as to condition, usability, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose. This sale is not subject to any breach of guarantee, specifications, warranties, express or implied, as to the quality or kind of any such product. RPU and the City of Rochester are not responsible for any omissions or errors in the description of items being offered for sale. Under no circumstances will a refund or adjustment be made due to the property failing to meet buyer's expectations. Bidder agrees for and on behalf of bidder, bidder's heirs, successors and assigns, that bidder shall indemnify and hold RPU and the City of Rochester harmless from and against any claim, demand or cause of action arising or alleged to have arisen out of the sale or failure to sell any item, including claims for personal or bodily injury, death or contract damages. The Buyer is not entitled to any payment for loss of profit or any other money damages - special, direct, indirect, or consequential.
Notice of Award. Successful bidders will receive a Notice of Award by email from PublicSurplus.com.
Payment. PayMac, a third-party payment processing company, collects all payments for RPU. Payment for an awarded item must be received within 5 business days of close of auction. Payment shall be made online by credit card or 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.
Payment by Credit Card
Login to the Public Surplus website. Click on "My Stuff" and then click on "Past Bids". Click on the description of the auction and then click on the "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.
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. For Example: You WILL NOT be able to pay partially for an auction by Credit Card and pay the remainder by another payment method such as a wire transfer.
Wire Transfers
For payments over $4,000.00, a Wire Transfer is required. NO CASH, CHECKS, CREDIT CARDS, OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED. If you need to do a wire transfer, please email 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
1. 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 Driver's 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.
2. If you are picking up an item for someone else, you will need to bring the receipt, (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. RPU 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.
Buyers Premium. A Buyers Premium will be added to the final sale price with a $1 minimum charge per auction to collect payment. The premium will be visible during the bidding process and will be included in payment to Public Surplus
State/Local Sales and/or Use Tax. RPU may collect sales tax, unless the buyer has provided a valid tax-exempt certificate to RPU 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) from said agencies premises within 10 days of bid closing. 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 of 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 RPU assume responsibility for packing, loading or shipping. Property may be removed between the hours of 8 am and 3 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays.
PLEASE CALL 507-280-1524 BEFORE COMING IN TO SCHEDULE THE PICK UP OF YOUR WINNING BID ITEM(S).
Shipping Information:
If you are unable to or would prefer not to pick up your bid item(s), the following listed companies are available to pick up, package and ship your purchase to your address location. Please call the listed companies directly to arrange for the delivery of your bid item(s). All items must be paid for in full prior to being picked up or shipped.
RPU and the City of Rochester assume no liability for the pickup and shipment of your property. This is not a service of RPU or the City of Rochester. These companies are not agents acting on behalf of RPU or the City of Rochester, but are only provided as a convenience and a reference for your use. Your consent and agreement to accept shipping terms and conditions for picking up, packaging and transportation charges are exclusively between you and the shipping vendor.
Navis
Pack & Ship Center
Phone: 507-282-3676
Fax:
507-282-5049
The
UPS Store
Phone: 507-424-1212
Fax: 507-424-3888
Vehicle Titles. RPU 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. RPU 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, RPU 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.