Goods for sale
As part of its commitment to sustainability, the University of Manitoba periodically offers surplus goods for sale to the public (and staff and faculty) through a bid process. Individuals can bid for a variety of items through a blind bid process.
Check UM Today, the university's weekly online news source, for new items posted for sale.

On this page:
The bid process
General rules
- All sales are final.
- Items will be up for bid for 30 days.
- All goods are sold in their present condition and location.
- The university reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
- Items are subject to PST where applicable.
- Only successful bidders will be notified.
- Please allow up to five business days for a winning notification to be sent out.
- Computers, tablets or servers are no longer sold due to the university's privacy and data protection policy.
Before placing a bid
- Please view the equipment before placing a bid.
- If you require more information or want to view the item(s), please contact the respective department contact as noted with each item.
How to place a bid
- Your bid must refer to the specific item number.
- The minimum is $10 on each item advertised and no less than the reserved bid indicated.
- If you have a question about an item, please include your contact information, including your phone number, in your email.
- Please select the button below to send your bid to Capital Accounting at Capital.Accounting@umanitoba.ca.
Equipment for sale
Please consult these listings for available items for sale, then place your bid as described in the bid process.
Athletic equipment
Athletic equipment items are not available at this time.
Description |
Item number and photo | Quantity | Condition |
Reserve |
Contact | Bid closing date | Comments |
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Audio/visual equipment
Description | Item number and photo | Quantity | Condition | Reserve bid | Contact | Bid closing date | Comments |
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Data Projector Hitachi CP-X809 | 5300-1 | 9 | As is | $70 each | Andy Erlendson @ IST.inventory@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | As Is - Untested |
Data Projector Hitachi CP-X615 | 5300-2 | 2 | As is | $50 each | Andy Erlendson @ IST.inventory@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | As Is - Untested |
Data Projector Hitachi CP-X1200WA | 5300-3 | 1 | As is | $50 each | Andy Erlendson @ IST.inventory@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | As Is - Untested |
Data Projector Hitachi CP-X1250 | 5300-4 | 1 | As is | $50 each | Andy Erlendson @ IST.inventory@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | As Is - Untested |
Data Projector Sony VPL-FX35 | 5300-5 | 14 | As is | $70 each | Andy Erlendson @ IST.inventory@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | As Is - Untested |
Data Projector NEC VT580 | 5300-6 | 2 | As is | $50 each | Andy Erlendson @ IST.inventory@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | As Is - Untested |
Laboratory equipment
Description | Item number and photo | Quantity | Condition | Reserve bid | Contact | Bid closing date | Comments |
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Office equipment and furnishings
Description | Item number and photo | Quantity | Condition | Reserve bid | Contact | Bid closing date | Comments |
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Miscellaneous equipment and items
Description | Item number and photo | Quantity | Condition | Reserve bid | Contact | Bid closing date | Comments |
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General 250 Wood Lathe | 3140 | 1 | As is | Kellen Deighton, 204-474-6436 or kellen.deighton@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | General 260 Wood Lathe: - 12” swing - 48” Bed - 10 HP / 1725 RPM 230V 3 phase motor - comes with assorted chucks, spurs and tool rests - tail stock hand wheel operation works poorly and may need some mechanical attention - Motor and everything else work well | |
Path Master | 3420-1 | 1 | As Is | Charlie Van Veggel , 204-789-3415 or Charlie.Vanveggel@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | Excellent condition | |
Heat Track | 3420-2 | 1 | As Is | Charlie Van Veggel , 204-789-3415 or Charlie.Vanveggel@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | Excellent condition | |
SnowAtHome Machine | 3420-3 | 1 | As Is | Charlie Van Veggel , 204-789-3415 or Charlie.Vanveggel@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. | Excellent condition |
Vehicles
Description | Item number and photo | Quantity | Condition | Reserve bid | Contact | Bid closing date | Comments |
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2019 Subaru Forester Premium vehicle | 5401 | 1 | As is | $15,000 | Stephane Laramee, 204-474-7319 or Stephane.Laramee@umanitoba.ca | June 20th, 2025 4 p.m. |