ONLINE SALES - TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Guarantee Waiver
All property is offered for sale "as-is, where-is." The City of Bowie 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 City of Bowie warrants to the Buyer that the property offered for
sale will conform to its description. Any claim for mis-description must be made prior to removal
of the property. If the City of Bowie confirms that the property does not conform to the
description, the City of Bowie will keep the property and refund any money paid. The liability of
the City of Bowie 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 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 City of Bowie 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. PayMac, a third-party payment processing company, receives all payments for CCity of Bowie. Payment for an awarded item must be received within five (5) business days after the Notice of Award of the successful bid. Payment may only be made online by credit card, or by wire transfer. NO CASH, CHECKS, OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED. 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 site. Click on the My Stuff link and then click on the Past Bids link. 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 allowed for an auction. All auctions must be paid in full according to the specified payment process. 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. 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 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.
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
The City of Bowie 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. If added 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
The City of Bowie will charge applicable sales tax (6%) for all items including vehicle sales. The tax rate will be calculated at the time of bidding. When sales tax is included, the buyer shall add and include the sales tax amount when making payment.
Removal
Buyer must remove auction item(s) from said agencies premises within 5 business
days of notification by Public Surplus of receipt of payment, and within 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 the City of
Bowie assume responsibility for packing, loading or shipping. Property may be removed
between the hours of 8am and 3pm, Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. For
additional information, please contact Jackie Tayman, (301)809-2332,
Vehicle Titles
The City of Bowie 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 City of Bowie 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,
the City of Bowie 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.