Public Auction Bakersfield
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Auction Details
Auction Format
Online
Auction Type
Online-only public general merchandise auctions (weekly). In‑person preview offered. No shipping.
Auction Format
Auction Schedule
Online auctions every weekend; lots begin soft/staggered closing Sundays at 10:00 AM Pacific. In‑person preview on Fridays 10:00 AM–5:00 PM. Pickup on Mondays and Tuesdays 10:00 AM–6:00 PM following each auction.
Auction Delivery Available
No
Auction Delivery Details
Auction explicitly states it does not ship; local pickup only.
Buyer Fee Details
N/A — No storage period is listed; instead, items must be picked up Monday–Tuesday following the auction or are forfeited (no refunds).
Seller Fees
Not specified on the official site or HiBid company page.
Storage Holding Fees
N/A — No storage/holding fee policy listed. Terms state items must be picked up Monday and Tuesday after the auction; if not picked up on the scheduled days, items are considered abandoned and payment is forfeited; no pickups on Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday, or Thursday.
Who can Register
Open to the public. Registration/bidding is online via HiBid. Credit card required (includes a $1 authorization hold) and government‑issued ID may be verified/kept on file to match the cardholder.
Fees and Methods
Payment Methods
Credit card on file (HiBid) — charges appear after the auction if you win. Other methods (cash, checks, wire) not specified.
Bidding Methods
Online only via HiBid (website/app). No in‑person bidding is listed on the current schedule.
Rules and Notes
Extended Notes
Bidding is conducted on the HiBid platform under "Public Auction Bakersfield"; company page lists contact info (2501 Union Ave Suite D, Bakersfield, CA 93305). The official site prominently states “Online Auctions Every Weekend” with Friday preview and Monday/Tuesday pickups. No special apps are required by the auction house; bidders may optionally use the HiBid mobile app (exact name: “HiBid”) to browse and bid, but Public Auction Bakersfield does not list any requirement to use it or any gate pass/PIN/queue system.
Pickup Rules
Local pickup only; no shipping. All items must be picked up Monday and Tuesday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM following the auction. If not picked up on the scheduled days, items are considered abandoned and payment is forfeited. No pickups on Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Auction states items may be picked up by someone other than the winning bidder.
Policies
All items sold AS‑IS; no guarantees; items with bids over $25 that plug into the wall are guaranteed (working items cannot be returned).; No shipping whatsoever; local pickup only.; If you have issues with items, bring them back on the Friday following that auction 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (as listed in certain HiBid notices).; Auction not responsible for dents/scratches/missing parts/accessories; not responsible for providing keys or lock combinations.; Auction is not responsible for loading; if staff assist, they are not responsible for any damage.
Third Party
Third Party Available
Yes
Third Party Requirements
Items may be picked up by someone other than the buyer; no explicit authorization/PIN/app requirements listed.
Third Party Process
Not specified beyond allowing third‑party pickup. No shipping or delivery arranged by the auction.
Self Pickup
Self Pickup Available
Yes
Self Pickup Requirement
Bring the cardholder/government ID if requested for verification. Invoice/authorization specifics are not listed. Pickup must occur Monday–Tuesday after the sale; no appointment requirement stated.
Self Pickup Process
Arrive during pickup hours (10:00 AM–6:00 PM Monday or Tuesday following the auction). Auction notes they are not responsible for loading; if staff assist, they are not liable for any damage.
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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