Surplus Equipment and Unclaimed Property

The City of Fort Collins sells surplus equipment through auctions, trade-ins and competitive bidding processes. The City also manages unclaimed property disposal and online auction services.

Purchasing Surplus Equipment

The City of Fort Collins sells surplus equipment by online and live auctions, trade-ins and direct sales to the public. Surplus equipment with negligible value may at times also be offered to other governmental entities, 501(c)(3) nonprofits and the public at no cost.

The City most often sells surplus equipment by online and live auctions with the sale going to the highest bidder. Online auctions are frequently used to sell surplus vehicles, heavy equipment, Utilities equipment and other items.

Unclaimed Property

Purchasing supports the disposal of a wide range of unclaimed items left on City property.

If this property is not claimed within ten days by its rightful owner, it will be destroyed or sold through online auction at propertyroom.com. Anyone who wants to claim property as the rightful owner can contact Police Services. You will need a Police Report or Case Number for missing or stolen property, and proof of ownership if available. (Note: Finders cannot claim weapons or electronic equipment that could contain personal information).

Bike Manifest 3/16/26

• Serial #: SNHTM24L04797
  • Log: 14385; Description: Silver 3x6 hardtail mtb; grip shifters; "Tifosi optics" decal; 26"
• Serial #: SNFSD11F24935
  • Log: 14389; Description: Mongoose Outer Limit black freestyle bmx; chrome foot pegs; blue fork & rims; chain guard
• Serial #: S16111287
  • Log: 14394; Description: Nortwoods Springdale white 3x7 hardtail hybrid; twist shifters; full fenders; floor pump bungeed to the bars

April Auction List 4/3/26

View Auction List(PDF, 365KB)