FAQs

• Can an individual purchase or use federal surplus property?
  Answer: Not through the CT Federal Surplus Program. However, there is a consolidated, citizen friendly web-site that makes it easy for the public to find government assets for sale. Go to: http://www.gsaauctions.gov
• Are there any restrictions on the use of federal surplus property?
  Answer:

  Yes, the recipient must agree to the following restrictions: 

  • Selections must be useable and needed. 
  • Property must be put into use within 12 months after it is received and utilized for a period of 12 months; or
  • There is a utilization period of 18 months on all property with a Government cost of $5,000.00 and over and all passenger motor vehicles regardless of Government cost. 
  • Restrictions on all aircraft and vessels will be according to the terms and conditions within the conditional transfer document for vessels and aircraft.
• May federal surplus property be dissembled for parts or be used for other than its intended use?
  Answer: Yes, the recipient can obtain authorization for secondary utilization or cannibalization from the CT Federal Surplus Program Director. Email the Federal Surplus Team with the request.
• How does the CT Federal Surplus Program enforce compliance with the terms of the transfer?
  Answer: Utilization checks are made on all 18-month and five-year restricted property during that period and random utilization checks on selected items shall be conducted on property with a one-year restriction.