1997 High Tide V1503 15ft Boat, Motor & Trailer

***Inspection will only be allowed on August 2, 2012 from 9am til 11am. No appointment is necessary. This will be the only date allowed for inspection.***

Notice to Bidder: The South Carolina Surplus Property Office is a state agency that sells used property for other government agencies across the State of South Carolina. We normally get little to no information on most items we sell and it is the bidders responsibility to inspect and determine the overall condition of the items they wish to purchase.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PICTURE(S) MAYBE A PART OF THE DESCRIPTION BUT CAN ONLY BE RELIED UPON AS A REASONABLE REPRESENTATION OF THE ITEM(S) LISTED. PHYSICAL INSPECTION OF PROPERTY IS ENCOURAGED AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

*This item is for pickup only at the Department of Natural Resources in Columbia, South Carolina. The winning bidder is responsible for the loading and removal of this property.*

PLEASE NOTE: A 7.5% ADMINISTRATIVE FEE WILL BE CHARGED TO THE WINNING BIDDER.

THE ADMINISTRATION FEE WILL BE TAXED BECAUSE IT IS PART OF THE SELLING PRICE. PLEASE WAIT ON OUR EMAIL INVOICE WITH THE CORRECT TOTALS BEFORE MAKING PAYMENT.

Inspection: Most items offered for sale are used and may contain defects not immediately detectable. Bidders may inspect the property prior to bidding. Inspection is on August 2, 2012 from 9am til 11am.

Payment in full is due not later than 5 business days from the time and date of the Buyer’s Certificate. Payment not received in 5 business days will result in default, and the asset will be relisted. The bidder will not be allowed to participate in future auctions. Acceptable forms of payment are: U. S. Currency, Certified Cashiers Check, Money Order, Mastercard/Visa, or a South Carolina (in state) Check (with Bank Letter guaranteeing funds – mandatory) Checks shall be made payable to: The State of South Carolina. All payments are processed at the Surplus Property Office, 1441 Boston Avenue, West Columbia, South Carolina 29170. If you are paying by credit card and your item is being shipped or located offsite, you will need to call our office to have your credit card processed (803-896-6880).

Removal: All items must be removed within 10 business days from the time and date of issuance of the Buyer’s Certificate. The Buyer will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary, including packing, loading and transportation of the property. Property may be removed between the hours of 8:30a.m. - 11:30a.m. and 1:30p.m. - 3:30p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays. For additional information, please contact Keith Shirey, Supply Manager, (803) 896-6880 office – (803) 896-6899 fax or e-mail: kshirey@gs.sc.gov. A daily storage fee of $10.00 may be charged for any item not removed within the 10 business days allowed and stated on the Buyer’s Certificate.

Waiver of all liability from the State of South Carolina for loading and property removal. The winning bidder will be liable for any damage or harm that may take place during the loading and removal of property awarded to that bidder. In addition, the winning bidder shall indemnify, defend and save harmless the State of South Carolina, The State Budget and Control Board, the Owning Agency and their representatives from any liability arising out of the winning bidder’s acts or omissions including the failure to secure adequate insurance coverage.

Shipping: The winning bidder is responsible for all shipping arrangements. No shipping by the Surplus Property Office.

Consideration of Bid. State of South Carolina reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withdraw from sale any of the items listed.