Description:

This auction includes three surplus office desks of various styles, materials, and conditions. Items appear used and may show visible cosmetic wear such as scratches, scuffs, finish loss, edge wear, and general signs of age. Some drawers operate normally while others may need adjustment. Buyer should expect normal wear consistent with heavy institutional use.

Included in Lot:

Traditional wood desk with right-side drawer stack (multiple drawers, visible wear along edges and front)
Light wood laminate desk with dual drawers and center pull-out tray
Dark laminate L-shaped / curved-front desk with three-drawer module and working center tray

All items are sold AS-IS / WHERE-IS, with no guarantees on condition or completeness. Desks may require cleaning, refinishing, tightening of hardware, or other minor repairs.

Inspection Notes:

Surfaces show significant wear on some pieces, including finish peeling and scratches.
Drawers appear functional on most units but may need alignment.
Structural integrity appears generally intact; no major broken sections observed.
Buyer is responsible for loading and hauling. These items are heavy and may require two people.

Suggested Alternative Uses:

Even if not used as traditional office desks, these units are well-suited for:

Repurposing & DIY Projects

Garage or workshop workbenches
Crafting or sewing tables
Student desks for home schooling
Computer or gaming desk setup
Refinished furniture flipping projects
Maker-space or hobby shop surfaces

Organizational Uses

Storage stations for tools, parts, or office supplies
Utility desks for warehouse or back-of-house operations
Check-in or sign-in station for events

Inspection:

In-person inspection available by appointment. Recommended for all buyers.

Removal / Shipping Options:

The buyer is responsible for all packing, shipping, and transportation arrangements. The surplus office does not ship items.

Local Pickup:

Pickup by buyer or authorized third party is permitted.

Local Packing & Shipping Vendors (Buyer Must Coordinate Directly):

You may contact either of the following local pack-and-ship providers:

UPS Store – Clemson, SC

📍 387 College Ave, Clemson, SC 29631
📞 864-653-1631
(They pack, palletize, and ship at buyer expense. Buyer must arrange pickup directly.)

PakMail – Seneca, SC

📍 702 B By Pass 123, Seneca, SC 29678
📞 864-888-1400
(Offers packing, freight shipping, and pickup coordination.)

Note: The university will release the item to UPS Store or PakMail once the buyer provides written authorization. All packing, transport, and shipping costs are paid by the buyer.

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PLEASE READ TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION

Inspection of Auction items by appointment only.

Clemson University may require a bid deposit.

PayMac handles all payments for Clemson University.

Acceptable forms of payment are: Wire Transfer or Credit Card.
NO CASH, CHECKS, OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED!

Payment for an awarded item must be received within five (5) business days after notice of award.

Clemson University will charge a sales tax of 7%. The tax rate will be calculated at the time of bidding.

A Buyers Premium of 10.5% may be added to the final sale price with a $1 minimum charge per auction for payment collections.

All sales are final. Public Processing will notify buyer of receipt of payment via email.

The successful bidder will be responsible for pick-up of item(s) from the agency's premises. Pick-up must occur within ten (10) business days after notification of award. The notice of award, payment receipt, and personal identification must be presented at time of pick-up, or the item will not be released.

Pick-up hours, by appointment only, are normally Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:00PM EST except for university holidays or noted otherwise. Most surplus property is located at Clemson University Surplus and Receiving 108 Perimeter Rd Clemson SC 29634 but some items may be at other university locations across the state of South Carolina.

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