IAA Omaha (NE)
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
Digital live auctions via IAA AuctionNow; Timed Auctions; Buy Now (fixed price between auctions); Public Auctions (branch indicates open to public buyers); Specialty/Dream Rides/Rec Rides categories; Virtual Lane inventory available via Buy Now.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. CT; vehicle preview available 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. local time the day before the auction. Office Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. CT; Yard Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. CT.
Auction Delivery Available
Yes
Auction Delivery Details
IAA Transport offers door-to-door delivery within the continental U.S. and select international markets (e.g., Europe door‑to‑door). Buyers can calculate quotes online, pay for vehicles, and track status. Auto Tow (optional) can automatically route all purchased vehicles to a preset local delivery point.
Buyer Fee Details
Day awarded + 4 business days free; must be secured within 5 business days or IAA may relocate vehicle and charge applicable fees.
Seller Fees
Not specified on the public site for this branch.
Storage Holding Fees
Free storage through the day the vehicle was awarded plus 4 additional business days. Purchases must be secured within 5 business days of purchase; after that IAA may relocate the vehicle to the nearest facility and storage/transport fees apply. Storage fee listed as $50.00 (per day, per branch page).
Who can Register
Individual (Public) Buyers may register and bid at branches open to the public on vehicles available to the public (varies by state). Licensed Business Buyers may bid where their business license meets state requirements. Registration is completed online (website or via the IAA Buyer App). A $200 registration fee is required at sign‑up; government-issued ID and supporting documents are required. Deposit requirement is not specified on public pages.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
MoneyGram (applied immediately; transporters can pay on buyer’s behalf using invoice details; $9,000 per transaction, multiple transactions per day allowed; some locations like CVS/Food Town limited to $2,000/transaction). PayPal (web and IAA Buyer App). I‑Pay (ACH; Licensed Business accounts with U.S. bank only; no additional fees). Wire Transfer/Account Credit (post as account credit, then apply online). Credit/Debit Cards (online/in-app/in-branch; not American Express; daily limits: $2,500 for Public accounts; $20,000 for Licensed Business accounts; one year of established purchase history required for online cards; processing fee applies). Cash/Cash equivalents accepted in-branch with limits ($500/day cash per branch; cashier’s/official checks accepted with name match; USPS money orders not accepted starting June 1, 2024).
Bidding Methods
Online only via IAA AuctionNow (no in-branch kiosks; buyers use their own device). Pre-bidding/AutoBid supported; live digital bidding during sale time.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Apps: Buyers use the exact app name “IAA Buyer App” (iOS/Android) to bid, manage payments (including PayPal), watch lists, and notifications. Transporters use the exact app name “IAA Tow” (iOS/Android) for dispatching and to schedule pickups; towers can register as outbound transporters at IAA branches. Auction platform: IAA is now all‑digital via AuctionNow; no in‑branch kiosks—buyers must bid from their own devices. Buyer fee amounts are not posted publicly; AuctionNow page references a Buyer Fee Schedule but does not show the schedule details. If vehicles are not picked up in the stated timeframe, IAA may relocate them to a different facility and charge transport/storage. Some branches publish additional local rules (e.g., certain states prohibit drive‑outs), but no such restriction is posted for Omaha—verify with branch if you plan to drive a vehicle out.
Pickup Rules
Pickup available sale day during Yard Hours. Safety vests required for transport drivers/towers on IAA property. IAA loaders will not lift items over 11,000 lbs; transporters must have proper equipment and are solely responsible for loading. Purchases must be secured within 5 business days; storage fees apply after free period.
Policies
Days to Pay: Domestic buyers have award day + 2 days; foreign buyers award day + 4 days. Payment due by 5:00 p.m. branch local time on due date; late fee $50.00 or 2% (whichever is greater).; Onsite Preview: Available 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. local time the day before the auction.; Safety: Transport drivers and towers must wear high‑visibility safety vests on IAA property.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Transporters must wear a high‑visibility safety vest, have appropriate equipment, and accept responsibility for loading. Exact pickup authorization/gate pass/PIN process not specified on public branch page. Transporters can pay on buyer’s behalf via MoneyGram using the buyer’s invoice. IAA Tow App is recommended for IAA transport partners.
Third Party Process
Buyer arranges transporter; once payment is posted, transporter checks in during Yard Hours and adheres to site safety rules and loader limits. IAA Tow App supports IAA’s transporter network for dispatch and pickup scheduling.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Paid in full; arrive during Yard Hours; safety vest required for anyone loading/transporting on yard; government-issued ID typical for payment verification. Gate pass requirement is not specified on the U.S. branch page.
Self Pickup Process
After payment posts, you may pick up during Yard Hours. Vehicles can be picked up on sale day. For pickup status, call 877‑272‑6665. Follow yard safety rules; IAA loader limits apply.
This page was last updated on September 1, 2025 and some details may have changed. Reach out directly to the auction with any questions.
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