Surplus Sales Hours and Location
Surplus Sales is open to the public and campus clients Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 3:30 PM; walk-ins are welcome. For online auction winners and online reservation orders, please Contact us or schedule an appointment here. The Surplus warehouse is located at 7835 Trade St. San Diego CA, 92121 Behind Ste. 100 (Northeast corner of the building). Parking is free for clients and is available near the gate entrance. We will be CLOSED Monday 5/25 for the observance of Memorial Day.
Surplus Departmental Purchase Request
UC San Diego departments can easily purchase available Surplus Sales inventory using department funds. This streamlined process makes it simple to access quality items while supporting the university’s sustainability goals.
Surplus Purchase Request FormHow It Works
- Browse the Catalog
Browse the full catalog of available items on the Surplus Sales website. - Complete the Request Form
Select your desired item(s) using the dropdown menu within the form. UC San Diego Single Sign-On (SSO) is required. - Submit for Processing
The Surplus Sales team will review and process your request. - Delivery or Pickup
Items can be delivered directly to your campus location or coordinated for pickup.
Why Purchase From Surplus
- Cost-effective alternative to buying new
- Supports UC San Diego sustainability goals
- Convenient campus delivery options
- Access to a wide range of quality products
Important Information for Department Buyers
- No Bidding Required: Department buyers do not participate in the public bidding process.
- Pricing: Items are priced at the current bid price or reserve price, whichever is higher.
- Funding Restrictions: Federal funds cannot be used to purchase items from Surplus Sales.
Departments are encouraged to physically view and inspect items before purchasing.
Need Help?
View our Knowledge Base Article (KBA) for step by step guidance. How to Submit a Surplus Department Purchase Request (KB0036208)
Thank you for supporting Surplus Sales and helping reduce waste through sustainable purchasing practices.