Government Auctions in Madison, WI
12 live government surplus auctions in Madison, Wisconsin - vehicles, equipment, electronics, and more from federal, state, and local agencies, all in one feed.
Every lot is sold directly by a government agency - via GSA Auctions, HUD, GovDeals, and others - with no buyer fees or middleman costs added by GovAuctions. Pickup is typically in or near Madison, making it easy to inspect before bidding and transport after winning.
Last updated: 2026-09-25
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Lot of 14 - Pine Crates
$5Other
Madison, WI Β· 1 bid
1999 Ford F450 - Dump Bed with Plow
$2,500Vehicles
Madison, WI Β· 1 bid
86,147 mi
2000 Ford F450 Flatbed with Tommy Lift
$2,500Vehicles
Madison, WI Β· 1 bid
78,736 mi

Lot of 8 - Sanitation Stations
$5startingOther
Madison, WI

Tan Metal 2-Drawer Lateral File Cabinet
$5startingFurniture
Madison, WI

Tan Metal 4-Drawer Lateral File Cabinet
$5startingFurniture
Madison, WI

Lot of ARRI Lighting, PC Monitors/Speakers, and Misc. Office Equipment
$50Electronics
Madison, WI

Lot of Video & Audio Equipment
$50Other
Madison, WI
2014 Ford Focus
$1Vehicles
Madison, WI
75,385 mi
2014 Ford Focus
$1Vehicles
Madison, WI
75,836 mi
1993 Mitsubishi Propane Forklift
$300Equipment
Madison, WI
5,161 hrs
2003 Mitsubishi Propane Forklift
$500Equipment
Madison, WI
6,290 hrs
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find government surplus auctions in Madison?
- Government surplus auctions in Madison, Wisconsin are listed on official platforms like GSA Auctions (federal surplus) and HUD HomeStore (foreclosed homes), plus state and local agencies. GovAuctions aggregates Madison listings into one searchable feed.
- What kinds of items can I buy at government auctions in Madison?
- Vehicles, heavy equipment, electronics, office furniture, tools, and real estate are all commonly auctioned in the Madison area. Inventory rotates daily as agencies cycle out fleet vehicles, IT equipment, and other surplus property.
- Are auctions in Madison open to everyone?
- Yes. Government surplus auctions are public - anyone can register on the official auction platform and bid. Most items can be picked up locally in the Madison area, though some federal surplus may require travel to a regional GSA pickup point.
- Can I search auctions near Madison by ZIP code and distance?
- Yes. This page covers Madison itself, but most surplus is collected in person, so distance usually matters more than city limits. In the GovAuctions feed you can enter your ZIP and set a radius of 25, 50, 100, or 200 miles, and the filter applies across every indexed platform at once rather than one marketplace at a time. Results sort by pickup distance, so a radius search around Madison also surfaces lots in neighboring towns - and just over the Wisconsin state line - that a city or state listing alone would miss.