• (813) 616-8567
  • sales@asi3auctions.com
  • 13506 Prestige Place Tampa, FL 33635

BUYING F.A.Q.S.

Getting Started with Bidding

New to our auctions? Start here. This section will walk you through how to register, preview items, and navigate auction day with confidence. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a returning bidder, we’ve got everything you need to jump in and start bidding.

When and where are our auctions?
  • All of our auctions are 100% online, with new auctions held at least once a month.
  • Check out our auction calendar or join our mailing list to receive email updates and never miss an event.
  • Visit our website and click the “Bid Now“ tab to register and get started.
  • Registration can be completed anytime using the catalog link – even during the auction.
  • Our auction platform is s a leading online marketplace known for its trusted and secure platform. To ensure buyer safety and verify identities,  requires more detailed information than many other e-commerce sites. Rest assured, all personal data is securely protected, and credit card information is encrypted and never shared.

  • Please note: We do not accept credit cards as a form of payment, so the card provided will not be charged.

  • Each lot includes an “Ask a Question” button. All inquiries are sent directly to the auctioneer, who will be on standby to respond.
  • If the auction is not active, please direct all questions to sales@asi3auctions.com.
  • Yes, we have auction previews the Friday before every auction from 9am-1pm.
  • Customers should have the desired lot numbers ready for the items they wish to preview.
  • Make a preview appointment here. 
  • Palletizing Fee-$50 Per Pallet
  • Wire Transfer Fee- $15 Per Invoice
  • Storage Fee- $50 A day per lot , after the pick up deadline
  • Buyer’s Premium Fee- 18%
  • Disposal Fee- $50 Per Item

Pick-Up Like a Pro

Won an item? Here’s what to do next. This section covers our pick-up process, load-out hours, deadlines, and what to expect when you arrive. We offer free loading assistance for all on-site items—just make sure to schedule your pick-up within the timeframe to avoid storage fees.

What are the designated pickup hours?

Pickup by Appointment Only:
All pickups must be scheduled in advance using the link provided in your emailed invoice.

Pickup Hours:

  • Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • 13506 Prestige Place, Tampa, FL, 33635
  • Note: Check the invoice to make sure the item is in our facility. 
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  • Two weeks after the auction date. The date should be on the invoice.
  • Our auctions are held on Mondays, and the pickup deadline is always the 2nd Friday after the auction.
  • Note: A $50 storage fee per lot, per day, will be applied for items not picked up by the deadline.
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  • Yes, we can release the item; however, we require written consent from the buyer. Please send the authorized person’s name or the Bill of Lading (BOL) to sales@asi3auctions.com.

  • While we don’t arrange shipping, we recommend the following options:

    • Pratco Logistics for larger items
    • The UPS Store for smaller items
    • uShip.com or FreightCenter.com for LTL (Less Than Truckload) shipping.
    • Facility Notice:
      Please be advised that our facility is private, and restrooms are not available for public use, including third-party drivers. This policy is in place strictly for safety and liability reasons. We kindly ask that you communicate this information to your carriers and third-party drivers in advance.
  • On auction day: Please submit your questions using the link provided in the desired lot. Our sales team will respond promptly.
  • Any other time: Please email sales@asi3auctions.com, and our sales team will get back to you. In your email, kindly include a name, the lot number, or the paddle number.
  • Yes, we charge a $50 handling fee.
  • This can be paid by credit card. 

Paying for Your Auction Items

All payment information, including methods, deadlines, and invoice details, can be found here. Whether you’re wondering how to pay, when payment is due, or what forms are accepted, this section has everything you need to complete your purchase after the auction.

What payment methods are accepted?
  • We accept cash, wire transfer, & certified checks.
  • We don’t accept ACH.
  • We don’t accept Credit Cards.
  • Invoices will be emailed after the auction closes, typically by 5 PM.
  • Paid-in-full invoice will be emailed, once the payment clears.
  • Payment is due within two days after the auction closes. Since auctions are typically held on Mondays, payment is generally required by the following Wednesday.
  • Yes, email the tax exemption form to sales@asi3auctions.com.
  • A tax exemption form must be submitted for each auction.

Need a Tax Exemption Form?

To help streamline the exemption process, we’ve provided links to commonly used state and multijurisdictional tax exemption forms below. These forms are necessary to remove sales tax from eligible purchases. If you don’t see the form you need, we recommend visiting your state’s Department of Revenue website to access the correct documentation. Submitting the proper certificate ensures your exemption is applied correctly and without delay.

Alabama to Arkansas
Alabama

Form ST-EX-A1

No state sales tax, but local taxes may apply. Some localities allow tax-exempt status. 

Please visit the Alaska Department of Revenue website to access this and other tax information.

 

Form 5000A : Arizona Resale Certificate

Please visit the Alabama Department of Revenue website to access this and other exemption certificates.

Form ST-391: SST Exemption Certificate.

California

Form CDTFA-230: California Resale Certificate

Form DR-5002: Wholesale or Entity Sales Tax Exemption

Form CERT-141: Contractor’s Exempt Purchase Certificate

Delaware

Form 373: Wholesale Exemption Certificate

Please visit the Florida Department of Revenue website to access your exemption certificate.

Log in to your tax account and select. Print Annual Resale Certificate to download or print your certificate.

Form ST-5: State Tax Certificate of Exemption Georgie Purchaser

Form G-17: Resale Certificate for Goods Form 1

Idaho

Form ST-101: Sales Tax Resale or Exemption Certificate

Form CRT-61: Certificate of Resale

Form St-105: Indiana General Sales Tax Exemption Certificate

Form 31-014A: Iowa Sales/Use/Tax Exemption Certificate

Kansas

Form ST-28A: Resale Exemption Certificate

Form 51A105: Resale Certificate

Form R-1042: Louisiana Resale Certificate

Maine

Form ST-A-109: Contractor’s Exempt Certificate

Suggested Blanket Resale Certificate

Form ST-4: Sales Tax Resale Certificate 

Form 3372: Michigan Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption

Form ST3: Certificate of Exemption

Form 72-315-14-8-1-000: Certificate of Interstate Sales

Form 149: Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate

Please visit the Montana Department of Revenue  website to access your exemption certificates.

Multistate Tax Commission

Uniform Sales and Use Tax Resale Certificate – Multijurisdiction

Nebraska

Form 13: Nebraska Resale or Exempt Sale Certificate

Form Tax-F005: Nevada Resale Certificate

No state sales tax, but local taxes may apply. 

Form ST-3: Sales Tax Resale Certificate

Form NTTC: Non-Taxable Transaction Certificate

Form ST-120: New York State and Local Sales and Use Tax Resale Certificate

 Form SFN 21950: Certificate of Resale

Ohio

Form STEC: Sales and Use Tax Blanket Exemption Certificate

Form SST: Streamlined Sales Tax Certificate of Exemption

No state sales tax, but local taxes may apply. 

Please visit the Oregon Department of Revenue website to access this and other tax information.

 

Form REV-1220: Pennsylvania Exemption Certificate

Form SST: Streamlined  Sales Tax Agreement Certificate of Exemption

South Carolina

Form ST-8A: Resale Certificate

Form 2040: Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption

Form SST: Streamlined Sales Tax Certificate of Exemption

Forms 01-336: Sales and Use Tax Resale Certificate  

Form TC-721: Exemption Certificate

Form S-3: Sales Tax Exemption Certificate

Form ST-10: Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption

Washington

Form REV-27-0021: Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate for Machinery and Equipment 

Form OTR-368: Certificate of Resale District of Columbia Sales and Use Tax

Form SST: Streamlined Sales Tax Certificate of Exemption

Form S-211-SST: Wisconsin Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement Exemption Certificate

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Form SST: Streamlined Sales Tax Certificate of Exemption

LOADING & PICK-UP POLICY

We’re here to make your pick-up experience as smooth as possible. All items must be picked up within the designated deadlines hours to avoid storage fees. We offer free loading assistance on-site to help you get your purchases safely and quickly loaded. Be sure to schedule your pick-up using the link provided on your invoice. Please review our guidelines carefully to ensure a hassle-free pick-up. If you need special accommodations or alternate times, just reach out — we’re happy to help!

Waiver Required:

  • For liability reasons, a signed waiver is required before our staff can assist with loading. If the driver refuses to sign, we cannot provide assistance.

Third-Party Pickups:

If someone other than the winning bidder is picking up the item(s), the winning bidder must:

  • Provide a Bill of Lading (BOL) or

  • Submit the full name of the individual or company authorized to pick up the item(s)

  • Send this information in writing to: sales@asi3auctions.com

  • Items will not be released without prior written authorization.

Loading Scope:

Our team offers basic loading only.

  • Customers are responsible for removing all items included in the lot, including pallets, boxes, and packaging materials.

Disposal Policy:

  • Any items left onsite will be subject to a $50 disposal fee, billed to your account.

Facility Notice:

  • Our facility is private, and restrooms are not available to the public or third-party drivers.
  • This policy is in place for safety and liability purposes.

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