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CITY OF PALM DESERT
73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260-2578
TEL: 760 346-0611
INFO@PALM-DESERT.ORG
On-line Sales Terms and Conditions
All bidders and other participants of this auction agree that they have read and fully understand these terms and
agree to be bound thereby. Successful bidders will sign this document prior to completing the transaction.
Condition and Location of Property. All property is offered for sale “as-is, where-is.” City of
Palm Desert makes no warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to
the merchantability, quantity, kind, character, quality, weight, size, or description of any of the
property or its fitness for any use or purpose. Most items for sale are used and may contain defects
not immediately detectable.
Inspection. The bidder is invited, urged, and cautioned to inspect the property to be sold prior to
submitting a bid. Prospective bidders may call the Public Works Department at 760-776-6450 for an
inspection appointment. In no case will failure to inspect constitute grounds for the withdrawal of a
bid.
Personal Property and Risk. Persons attending during exhibition, inspection, sale or removal of
goods assume all risks of injury, damage or loss to person and/or property and specifically release the
City of Palm Desert from liability therefrom.
Consideration of Bid. City of Palm Desert reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to
withdraw from the sale of any item listed.
Payment. Payment in full is due not later than 15 working days from the date of the award.
Payment must be made by cash or a cashier’s check made payable to City of Palm Desert. Buyer is
responsible for paying all fees associated with vehicle title transfer and licensing. Buyer is
responsible for paying any additional charges (such as shipping) related to individual auction items.
State/Local Sales and/or Use Tax. Buyers may be subject to payment of State and/or local sales
and/or use tax. As a general rule, City of Palm Desert collects applicable sales tax; buyers are
responsible for contacting the appropriate tax offices, completing any forms, and paying any
additional taxes that may be imposed.
Sales to Employees. Employees of the City of Palm Desert may bid on a property listed for auction
so long as such activity occurs during their “off,” or non-City-paid, time.
Acceptance of Terms and Conditions. By submitting a bid, the bidder agrees that he or she has
read, fully understands and accepts these On-Line Sales Terms and Conditions, and agrees to pay for
and remove the property, if the bid is accepted, by the dates and times specified.
Auction Item Number and Description:
Printed Name: Date:
Signature: