GovDeals Auctions

Our online auctions are handled by GovDeals and a list of our active auctions can be found at the following links:

Information for buyers

Accepted Payment Types
  • Cash (exact change only)
  • Money Order
  • Cashier's Check
  • Bank Certified Check
  • Wire Transfer
  • Credit Card (Up to $5,000) 
Make payment to the following:

Iowa State University
ISU Surplus
Attn: Mark Ludwig
925 Airport Road
Ames, Iowa 50010-8217

Timeline
  • During business hours after an auction closes, we will email the winning bidder an invoice that will come from noreply@clover.com. Credit/debit card payment can be made online via the link in the email.
    • If the payment is above $5,000, we require bank certified check, cashier's check, or wire transfer.
  • Payment is due 5 working days from auction closing date.
  • Items must be removed within 15 calendar days from auction close
General Information
  • Call 24-48 hours in advance to schedule time for pick-up.
  • Buyers will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary, including packing, loading, and transportation of property. Under no circumstances will ISU Surplus assume responsibility for packing, loading, shipping, or lining up transportation of property.
  • A daily storage fee of $10.00 may be charged for any item not removed within the 15 calendar days allowed and stated on the Buyer’s Certificate.
Contact

Mark Ludwig
mludwig@iastate.edu
515-294-7300

Bruce Fuller
brucef@iastate.edu
515-294-2031
515-291-3263