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Your Surplus Asset Solution

Direct Bids connects institutional sellers and qualified buyers through a secure, transparent online auction platform purpose-built for surplus medical, laboratory, and industrial equipment.

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PROCUREMENT-READY CREDENTIALS

WHY DIRECTBIDS

A better approach to asset disposition

Leverage the latest technology and processes to maximize surplus returns.

Higher Return Potential

Competitive resale helps uncover market value beyond bulk wholesale or recycling routes.

Complete Transparency

Track custody, buyer information, sales, fees, proceeds, and sustainability outcomes.

One Vendor for Everything

Manage all organizational surplus through one accountable partner.

Aligned Interest

Our commission based compensation model ensures DirectBids is working with your organization goals....not against them.

100k+
Institutional Assets Auctioned
50,00+
Verified Surplus Buyers
100%
End-To-End Chain-Of-Custody Tracking

HOW IT WORKS

Comprehensive Asset Disposition

DirectBids provides full service, seamless end-to-end asset disposition; from removal to payout.

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OUR TECHNOLOGY

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Transparency at your Fingertips...

Whether using a browser or our mobile apps to access your secure portal, you have full access and reporting on demand. 

  • Chain-of-Custody documentation
  • Inventory Management
  • Sanitization Records
  • Proceeds Reports
  • Sustainability Metrics

START WITH AN EVALUATION

Before you recycle or bulk-sell your IT assets, let us evaluate them.

We’ll recommend a disposition solution based on your assets, internal resources, data-security requirements, and financial goals.

What types of assets does DirectBids handle?

We manage computers, servers, networking equipment, mobile devices, electronics, peripherals, and other technology assets. We can also handle laboratory equipment, medical equipment, facilities assets, machinery, and other organizational surplus.

How does DirectBids help recover more value?

DirectBids markets eligible assets individually or in strategic lots through a competitive marketplace with over 50,000 buyers. We have buyers for every type of surplus asset you can imagine.

How do you track chain of custody?

Each project begins with documented disposition approval. Collection, inventory, sale status, buyer information, proceeds, and disposition outcomes can then be tracked through the DirectBids portal. 

How do you protect data stored on retired equipment?

All DirectBids' staff that manage your equipment our HIPPA certified and experienced in handling sensitive data. We work directly with your IT department on customized processes to ensure your equipment meets NIST 800-88 standards and data destruction is documented.

What makes DIrectBids different?

Our agency is distinguished by our team of experienced professionals, innovative marketing strategies, client-focused approach, and commitment to delivering tangible results. We prioritize transparency, communication, and collaboration with our clients.

Do you serve organizations outside Houston?

We provide ITAD service throughout Greater Houston and beyond. We service clients both in Texas and national markets.

Tell Us About Your Assets