Facility Operations

Excess and Surplus Property Management (ESPM)

ESPM Sale Information

Please note that Scott Cooper has retired from Wright State University's ESPM office, effective August 29, 2025. Please send all questions to espm@wright.edu and our staff will respond within 48 hours. 

ESPM Public Surplus Sales are tentatively scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Sale hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The upcoming sales dates are currently scheduled:

  • November 12
  • November 26
  • December 10
  • January 14
  • January 28
  • February 11
  • February 25

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About ESPM

Excess and Surplus Property Management (ESPM) helps Wright State offices and departments dispose of university property that is no longer needed, like office furniture, supplies, equipment, and vehicles. Funds from the sale of surplus property are returned to the department or office.

Who can buy items from ESPM?

Anyone, including members of the general public, can purchase items or supplies from ESPM. You can save money by checking ESPM first for furniture, supplies, or equipment.

How do I buy something from ESPM?

The ESPM store is open for sales on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 143 Campus Services Building, or by appointment by calling 937-775-2071 or email espm@wright.edu.

How do I submit unneeded items to ESPM?

To submit items for disposal, please use an ESPM disposal requisition/1500 Form. You can order forms through Printing Services and send the form to ESPM at 031 Allyn Hall. Items submitted to ESPM are held for a period of 30 days, except for bid items that are held for a period of 45 days.

You can find the complete list of policies and procedures governing ESPM at University Policy 9410: Excess and Surplus Property Management.

How can I buy large items or unusual equipment?

Large items like vehicles or unusual equipment are listed for auction at govdeals.com. Search for Wright State University.

Where is the ESPM store?

The ESPM store is located in room 143 of the Campus Services Building.

Excess and Surplus Property Management Staff

Kathy Warden

Department:
Chief Operating Officer
Title:
Manager, University Space and Special Projects
Address:
University Hall 280E, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Dayton, OH 45435-0001

Alexander Colon

Department:
Materials Management
Title:
Materials Handler
Address:
Campus Services Building, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Dayton, OH 45435-0001