OPEN TO THE PUBLIC & UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENTS
Welcome to Surplus Property!
We are the central hub for re-imagining the utility of items owned and no longer needed by Colorado State University. Our mission encompasses reuse, resale, and recycling, creating a dynamic cycle of sustainability. With new arrivals daily, our inventory is in a perpetual state of evolution, offering you an ever-changing array of possibilities. Come see what new opportunities are in-stock today!
201 W. Lake Street
Weekdays 7:30am - 4:00pm
New Supply Of Used Bikes Have Arrived!
Pedal on Down to CSU Surplus Property because we just received our newest arrival of bikes! If you want first pick of all these lovely new bikes hurry on down! We currently have a wide selection of fun and colorful bikes ranging in various makes and models!
Price Range: $20.00 to $100.00
Compost is Now Available!
$9.00 Per Bag
45 Pounds
1 Cubic Foot (By Volume)
Introducing our premium 100% locally sourced organic compost, directly from Colorado State University in partnership with Facilities Management. Each batch of our nutrient-rich compost is carefully crafted using only the finest organic materials sourced from our local campus.
Our compost is not only environmentally friendly but also supports sustainable practices right here in our own backyard. Perfect for nourishing your garden, enriching your soil, and promoting healthy plant growth, our compost is a must-have for any gardening enthusiast.
Proudly weighing 45 pounds and filling 1 cubic foot by volume, our compost offers exceptional value at just $9.00 plus tax per bag.
Transform your garden into a thriving oasis with our premium locally sourced compost. Grab your bag today and join us in supporting local sustainability efforts!
Departments Sending Items to Surplus Property
Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future by partnering with Surplus Property! We welcome all items from all departments at Colorado State University. Whether you’re seeking to responsibly part ways with equipment, supplies, or other assets, explore further details by visiting our Departmental Resources page. Together, let’s make a positive impact through conscious reuse, recycling, and responsible disposal.
While we are the ultimate destination for all CSU owned property, the process to get started is managed through Property Management. Click below for more information and to get started!
Items for Sale at Surplus Property
Surplus Property receives new items every day, throughout the day. We list featured items on craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and X with photos, prices, and descriptions. Specialty items, vehicles, and large lots are posted on GovDeals.
If you are looking for more information, or have questions on the items we have available, please call or e-mail us as our items sell quickly. Or, better yet, come on by and see what we have in stock! Click the logos below to visit each site! All items are sold first-come, first-served, and are subject to prior sale.
Due to the nature of our dynamic inventory, we are not currently able to publish a list of our inventory online and instead highlight items on an ongoing basis.
Subscribe to Our E-mail Lists
Surplus Property offers two e-mail lists. Join our Public Sales and Auctions list for the latest finds at Surplus. If you are a campus department, be sure to join our Departmental Sales list for unique notifications specific to departments on campus. Both lists offer self-service registration where you can choose the list to join within each service or unsubscribe if necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
We appreciate that you want to find a new home for your things! However, due to CSU Fiscal Policy and State rules, Surplus Property is not able to accept donations of goods or equipment from the public or from other businesses. We suggest you take your items to the many local thrift or charity businesses that may be able to accept your items.
Surplus Property is open Weekdays from 7:30am – 4:00pm. We are closed all University Holidays, but are OPEN during academic breaks.
Due to the dynamic nature of our business, we are not currently able to provide online viewing or a list of items available. We publish a Monday Walkthrough video each week that shows many of the items that we currently have in store. We also post our items on Facebook Marketplace. Our online auctions are available on GovDeals. We’re open to the pubic Weekdays from 7:30am – 4:00pm. Come check out what we have available!
Great! Please visit our Send Items to Surplus page for more information on how to get that process started. Please understand that all property disposal must be approved by Property Management before Surplus Property is able to accept it. We routinely have delays in pickup scheduling, so please plan ahead and get your request in early!
We do not allow non-departmental holds of any kind for any reason. All items must be removed of at the time of purchase.
Weekly Monday Walkthrough Video
A Virtual Walkthrough of Our Store!
On Monday of each week we publish a video walkthrough of our store. This gives you a great idea of what we had in store at that time. Watch for specials and sale announcements too!
Our inventory is very dynamic and items shown in this video may sell quickly, so get here early if you see something of interest to you!
New items are received daily and placed out for sale. We do not do holds of any kind for any reason. All items are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you have questions, please reach out to us!
Electronics Recycling For Students, Faculty, & Staff
Have an old computer, cell phone, monitor, microwave, or laptop and don’t know how to dispose of it properly? Surplus Property will accept personally owned electronics from students, faculty, and staff for recycling for our standard service fee. All data containing electronic devices (cell phones, hard drives, etc.) are sanitized before destruction or re-sale.
Meet The Surplus Property Team
Jake Drenth
Surplus Property Manager
Serving Since 2008
Jake Drenth joined the Surplus Property team in 2008 as the Department Manager. In his role he oversees the daily operations of the department including all aspects of sales, refurbishment, and recycling of the University’s unused equipment. With sustainability as a primary focus, he is a member of the University’s President’s Sustainability Commission which looks to advance sustainability measures across campus. He is also the acting Vice President of the University Surplus Property Association (USPA) and a member of the National Property Management Association (NPMA) and the College and University Recycling Coalition (CURC).
Marcelino "Lino" Martinez
Surplus Property Operations Manager
Serving Since 2003
Marcelino embarked on his journey with Surplus Property in 2018, taking on the role of Operations Manager, following a 15-year tenure as a Delivery Driver with Central Receiving. His responsibilities encompass the orchestration of all pickups and deliveries, the management of received goods, and the supervision of student employees within the warehouse. Recently, Marcelino has expanded his role to include a more active participation in Online Sales and technology refurbishment.
Holly Ritzman
Surplus Property Assistant Manager
Serving Since 2011
Holly Ritzman joined the Surplus Property team in 2011 as a student employee while finishing her undergraduate studies as a non-traditional student. The following year she transitioned into the Assistant Manager role, overseeing the daily operations including processing all goods received, managing online sales, and leading our student employees. In 2020, her role evolved and she began a split role between Surplus Property and the Accounting office with the Departments of Central Receiving. Holly has also been involved with diversity and inclusion committees on campus, striving to create a more inclusive environment for the entire campus community. Holly is currently in the second of a three year term with the Classified Personnel Council (CPC) and is currently serving as Secretary.
Dauntrell Kinsler
Surplus Property Material Handler II
Serving Since 2024
Dauntrell Kinsler joined the Surplus Property team in 2024.
Ashely Alvarado
Emily Asp
Owen Bakken
Mark Baum
Adam Bellucci
Tom Branigan
George Brenner
Isabelle Congdon
Liv Fowler
Tristan Gottula
Kyle Hambly
Garrison Hayes
Luck Henderson
Lincoln Hutchings
Samantha Italiano
John Krankota
Jay Lundberg
Allie Naseman
Riley Perrine
Sam Providence
Caden Pyle
Brogan Reed
Andrea Ruiz De Castilla
Ryan Sullivan
Ethan Williams
Dean Wittich
Thomas Wittich
Surplus Property Member Organizations
Primary Services
Location & Hours
201 W. Lake Street
6011 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-6011
(970) 491-1918
surplus@colostate.edu
Open Weekdays
7:30am to 4:00pm
Excluding University Holidays