Government Surplus Medical & Scientific Equipment

VA hospitals, military medical facilities, and government research labs regularly auction surplus medical and scientific equipment - lab instruments, diagnostic tools, and research apparatus - at steep discounts.

Government hospitals, research labs, and military medical facilities auction surplus medical and scientific equipment regularly. Find lab instruments, diagnostic equipment, surgical tools, and research apparatus at steep discounts.

1010 active medical auctions across 5 official government sources, updated daily.Last updated: 2026-07-17

What they're worth: surplus medical typically sell for $25–$231 at government auction - median $64, based on 3,731 completed sales in the last year. Look up a specific item.

Market demand: medical sell about 53% of the time, typically ~3 bids, from 6,350 completed sales over the last year. See all categories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can anyone buy government surplus medical equipment?
Yes, anyone can bid on surplus medical and scientific equipment at government auctions. Some specialized items may have restrictions, but most lab instruments, diagnostic equipment, and general medical supplies are available to all buyers.
What medical equipment is available at government auctions?
Government auctions offer lab instruments, diagnostic equipment, microscopes, X-ray machines, surgical tools, and research apparatus from VA hospitals, military medical facilities, and government research labs.