Auction Details
Auction Format
Both
Auction Type
Live Sales (public), Internet Sales (public), Fixed Price Sales (generally for government entities).
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Sales are held throughout the year. Dates and times vary by auction house and sale type. Use the official GSA Fleet Sale Calendar to find upcoming Georgia live auctions (held at partner auction houses) and Internet sales.
Auction Delivery Available
No
Auction Delivery Details
The Government explicitly does not provide or arrange transportation for purchased vehicles. Some partner auction houses may offer buyer-paid local transportation assistance as a separate service.
Buyer Fee Details
Not specified by GSA. Live sales: removal date set in the sale catalog/IFB; Internet sales: removal required within 10 calendar days of award; any storage beyond that is a separate arrangement with the auction facility at buyer cost/risk.
Seller Fees
Not specified.
Storage Holding Fees
Not specified by GSA. Terms state buyers must remove vehicles by the removal date in the sale catalog/IFB; any additional storage is a separate arrangement between the buyer and the auction facility, and the buyer assumes all risk and costs.
Who can Register
Open to the public; bidders must be at least 18, provide a valid Social Security Number or Taxpayer ID, and must not be debarred or indebted to the U.S. government for previous purchases. In-person registration is available at live sales (bring government-issued photo ID). For online sales and sale notices, create an online account on the GSA Fleet Vehicle Sales site.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Accepted at most live-sale locations: credit cards (MasterCard, VISA, American Express, Discover; U.S. bank-backed; U.S. Treasury per-transaction limit $24,999.99; no more than two cards per vehicle), debit cards (no PIN/dollar-limited cards), cashier’s checks, certain government checks, postal/commercial money orders, and (with advance auction approval) personal/company checks accompanied by a bank letter guaranteeing payment; state/local governments may use purchase orders. For Internet sales via GSAFleet.gov/GSA Auctions: credit cards (same Treasury limit rules), debit cards (no PIN/dollar-limited cards), and wire/EFT to GSA; payment due within 2 business days of award.
Bidding Methods
Both. In Person at live auctions; Online via concurrent live broadcast at the auction house and via GSA Internet Sales (GSA Auctions).
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Types of sales include Live Sales at partner auction houses in Georgia (e.g., America’s Auto Auction Atlanta in Cartersville and Savannah) and Internet Sales through GSAFleet.gov/GSA Auctions. GSA explicitly notes no buyer’s fees. Payment rules include the U.S. Treasury $24,999.99 per-transaction credit card cap and limits on splitting charges; Internet Sales require payment within 2 business days and pickup within 10 calendar days. Government does not arrange transportation; some auction houses offer local transportation assistance for a fee. Georgia’s GSA Fleet Zonal Office is noted as Atlanta (QMDZ2) in third-party auction materials. Always verify the specific sale’s special terms (removal deadline, pickup procedures, and any appointment requirements) on the individual sale listing or by contacting the hosting auction facility.
Pickup Rules
Government does not provide or arrange transportation. To remove a vehicle, present government-issued photo ID. For vehicles purchased at an auction location, a valid gate pass issued by the auction is required. For vehicles purchased online, the credit card used for payment must be shown at pickup; if unavailable, provide a notarized letter from the cardholder authorizing the named individual/transporter, plus copies of the buyer’s ID and the credit card used. Removal must occur by the date in the sale catalog/IFB (live sales) or within 10 calendar days of award (Internet sales). Access to some federal facilities follows REAL ID Act requirements.
Policies
Pre-sale inspection: You may start vehicles during inspection, but driving is not allowed.; Title: SF-97 (U.S. Government Certificate to Obtain Title) issued to the registered bidder; duplicate SF-97 requests may incur a fee.; Default/liquidated damages: Failure to pay or remove by deadlines results in default; liquidated damages equal to the award amount for awards under $875, or $875 for awards of $875 and greater; no extensions for payment/removal.; Eligibility restrictions: GSA employees and immediate household members, as well as contractors/subcontractors administering the sale, are prohibited from purchasing; bidders must not be debarred (checked via SAM/OFAC).; REAL ID Act compliance may affect access to some federal facilities; alternate ID (e.g., U.S. passport) may be required if state ID is non-compliant.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Transporter must present a valid government-issued photo ID and a notarized letter from the buyer/credit-card holder authorizing release, including buyer name/address, transporter name, copy of buyer’s ID, and copy of the credit card used (for online purchases).
Third Party Process
Buyer arranges transport directly. The transporter checks in at the facility, presents required authorization and ID, and the auction issues/releases with a gate pass. Government does not arrange transport.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Government-issued photo ID; for live sales, an auction-issued gate pass; for online purchases, the credit card used for payment or a notarized authorization letter as described in the terms.
Self Pickup Process
After payment, check in at the auction facility, obtain/present the gate pass, and follow onsite directions to load/remove the vehicle. Some federal or storage locations may require an appointment for inspection or removal; follow instructions in the item description or sale details.
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