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Town of Ledyard·Connecticut

2018-05 Surplus Equipment

Closes 11/9/2017$5k – $150kInvitation for Bid
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Description

The Town of Ledyard is selling a mixed inventory of surplus vehicles, equipment, furniture, bicycles, tools, and miscellaneous supplies. Bidders must submit sealed bids by the deadline, and the highest responsible bidder for each item will win the purchase. All items are sold “as‑is” with no warranties, and the winning bidder must remove the items at their own expense and remit payment within 30 days. This opportunity is relevant for businesses that purchase, refurbish, or resell used equipment and goods. • 61 line‑item list includes a 2005 Ford F‑450 dump truck, leaf vacuum, multiple lawn tractors, power tools, office furniture, bicycles, and assorted hardware. • Bids are sealed, must be marked “SEALED BID #2018‑05: SALE OF SURPLUS ITEMS,” and submitted to the Town Hall by 2 PM on Nov 9, 2017. • No warranties; purchaser assumes all removal and transport costs; payment required within 30 calendar days of bid opening.

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Contact

Joe Tillman(Primary Contact for Surplus Sale)

(860) 464-9060

Key dates

Opened
10/19/2017
Closes
11/9/2017

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Wholesale
NAICS
423990
Solicitation №
2018-05

Budget estimate

$5,000 – $150,000

Because this is a surplus‑sale rather than a service contract, the “earnings” would stem from the resale or reuse of the purchased assets. Assuming a buyer purchases a representative mix of items (e.g., the dump truck, several power tools, and a batch of bicycles) for roughly $25,000 – $40,000 and can resell them at typical used‑equipment margins (30‑50%), the net profit could range from about $5,000 on the low end to $150,000 on the high end if the buyer acquires the full inventory and finds high‑value outlets. Factors influencing the range include the condition of items, market demand for used equipment, and the buyer’s ability to efficiently transport and refurbish.

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