HARRISBURG – State Rep. Camille “Bud” George, D-74 of Clearfield County, reminded local governments and residents of an upcoming online auction of heavy equipment and machinery.
“The Department of General Services will be auctioning off used equipment from the state Department of Transportation,” George said. “I urge local municipalities who may need any of these items to place online bids for purchase.”
A wide array of items heading to the auction block will include dump trucks, off-road equipment and bridge equipment. A full list of items for sale may be viewed starting on April 25.
The equipment is located at PennDOT’s Engineering District 10-0, located at 205 Witherow Street in Punxsutawney, Jefferson County.
Private municipal sale begins at noon on April 25, and closes at 10 a.m. on May 9. Municipal previews may be scheduled by appointment. Payment is due by June 1 and the removal deadline is June 8.
A public sale will open at noon on May 29, and lasts through 10 a.m., June 12. Payment is due June 19 and the removal deadline is June 20.
“I encourage anyone interested in this equipment to take advantage of some potentially great deals on these items,” George said.
Municipalities may register and view the items, as well as place bids, online at www.asset-auctions.com/padgs. Individuals seeking additional information may call Clint Francis at 724-630-6615 or by email at cfrancis@asset.auctions.com.
