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20' Used Shipping Container (ID #47847) (Bull-Pen) (26-2574-2) 422
This lot sold for $950 at government auction in Tumwater, WA on September 24, 2026, after 11 bids.
Moderate damage flagged
Current bid:
$950
11 bids
Time Left
Ends Sep 24, 2026
Market demand: Tools in Washington sell about 85% of the time, typically ~11 bids. Based on 622 completed sales over the last year.
Seller
State of Washington Surplus Operations, WA
Condition: As-is
This seller's listings usually close in line with the average comps for government lots.
Full Description
WASHINGTON STATE SURPLUS OPERATIONS This facility is a SECURED SITE. For reasons of public safety a staff member must be available to be with you at all times. Services are not available for any circumstance that arises from non-compliance of safety procedures. Hours: Open by APPOINTMENT ONLY Phone Service Available: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM PST - Monday through Friday Call 360-407-2271 or SurplusCashier@des.wa.gov to Schedule for Preview or Pick Up Scheduled appointments are for 30 minute blocks running from: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM PST. Same day appointments accommodated only upon availability. Hours of operation, Location & Directions DESCRIPTION/CONDITION : Up for auction is one heavily used 20’ shipping container, sold strictly AS-IS, WHERE-IS. While the exterior shell appears to be leak-free, the underside has significant rust, and the center metal support band on the floor is actively deteriorating and crumbling. The door’s function, latch, and close, though they are quite stiff. For the winning bidder, we have the capability to load this container onto an appropriate flatbed trailer or lowboy, but all other transportation arrangements are the buyer's responsibility. See pictures for more details and personal inspection is highly encouraged. Weight : 5070 lbs. Dimension : 20' X 8' X 8'-6" See the pictures for more details. Personal inspection of the lot is highly recommended. Verification of all details are entirely the responsibility of the bidder during an in-person inspection. Failure to inspect the lot is not grounds to void responsibility. See options for removal below as options not listed are NOT ALLOWED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL and per law are sold "as-is", where is. Please be aware that per Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 200-360-040 : "No sale shall be invalid due to defects discovered after sale which may have been discovered by a reasonable inspection of the property before sale." Asset is sold as is, where is and without warranty. Once the asset is removed from the seller's premises there is no refund of monies previously paid.
Pickup information
State of Washington Surplus Operations, WA
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