What is Surplus Property and how do we dispose of it?
Surplus property is tangible property that is no longer of use to any County department. Surplus Property may include anything from office supplies and furniture to vehicles and heavy equipment. Surplus Property does not include Real Estate (Real Property). Please see the County Real Estate website for questions related to Real Property.
The County of Orange has a systematic approach to managing surplus property, prioritizing reuse, and reassignment within its departments to save public funds. By ensuring that surplus items are efficiently utilized within the County, we maximize resources and minimize unnecessary expenditures. If internal reassignment isn't feasible, the County employs several disposition methods:
Surplus School Donation Program: Established in May 2007 after County Board of Supervisors approval, this program donates surplus items to local schools under the Orange County Department of Education. Interested Orange County schools can contact Neil Jessen, Surplus Program Manager, at (714) 567-7341 for participation details.
Donations to Non-Profits: The county also donates surplus items to 501(c)(3) non-profits serving Orange County residents. Non-profits interested in participating in this program can download and apply by clicking here.
Public Auctions: As the final step in the process, surplus items are sold to the general public through an online auctioneer. The current auctioneer, GovDeals, lists our items on their website at GovDeals as they become available. To view or purchase items currently being auctioned by the County of Orange, please visit https://www.govdeals.com/orangecounty
County Surplus Contact: Neil Jessen - Surplus Program Manager - (714) 567-7341
Surplus Property FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)
