Ohio State Surplus Property
Warehouse Auctions:
The State of Ohio periodically declares a large variety of articles to be surplus to their needs and commissions them to be sold to the highest bidder. Organizations, individuals and the general public are encouraged to attend this great offering of many usable items. Auctions are always held on Saturday and start promptly at 9:00 a.m
For all auctions at Surface Road, a large newspaper ad will appear in the Columbus Dispatch on the Sunday preceding the auction in the "Public Auction" section highlighting the property for sale.
Vehicle Auctions:
The State of Ohio is now selling 30 Day Temporary Tags the day of the public vehicle auction only. Cost $10.00 - Cash Only)
TERMS: Cash, cashiers check, and business or personal checks provided they are accompanied by an irrevocable bank letter of credit guaranteeing payment. Credit cards accepted.
Automobile Office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday, except for the 5 days before and after each auction.
The day of the auction Surplus Automobile gates open at 8:00 a.m., the auction starts at 10:00 a.m. and remains open until 5:00 p.m. for buyers to remove purchased items. Buyers can pick up items purchased Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Vehicles may be inspected the week before the auction from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Vehicles may be started ONLY on the day before the auction from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
GATES OPEN 8:00 a.m.
Auction Begins at 10:00 a.m.
Contact:
General Services Division
4200 Surface Road
Columbus, Ohio 43228-1395
Telephone: (614) 752-0003
Fax: (614) 644-1040