Distribution Tiers

The program distribution is designed on the concept of Tiers:

Tier I - Department Transfers

Departments will have first choice of items in the ND Surplus warehouse . Departments will only be charged for handling (assembly and/or disassembly) and delivery time greater than one hour, except when receiving property that required refurbishment, in which case actual expenses must be reimbursed to ND Surplus .

Tier II - Donations

Items will be made available for sale and/or donation to Notre Dame Affiliates and/or non-profit organizations.

Tier III - Sale to Faculty/Staff

The ND Surplus warehouse will be open on a regular schedule for selling to faculty, staff and students. Other special times will be posted on the Procurement Services web site.

Tier IV - Sale to Public

The ND Surplus warehouse will be open on a regular schedule for selling to the general public. The sales process could be on a firm price basis or by using the services of an auctioneer whichever is deemed to be most advantageous for the University. In addition, the use of Internet selling channels may be used as appropriate.

Tier V - Recycling

Items remaining after the above processes will be held for the next sale, or recycled through appropriate channels.

PLEASE NOTE : The University reserves the right to distribute and utilize property in a manner that best meets the needs and mission of the University.