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Defense Dept working with industry to overhaul acquisition process

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Too often, zero trust and cyber resiliency plans fall short when it comes to including data, backup and recovery, Rubrik public sector CTO says.

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VA secretary reflects on Year 1: what he's learned, what's changing and what's next

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Millions of people can't understand life-or-death weather alerts: GAO

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Feds and retirees face fresh uncertainty amid resurgent instability

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NIH's Bhattacharya will also run the CDC while Trump administration looks for a permanent director

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02/18/2026 05:41 PM EST

CURRENT BID: 20.0 STATE: AR NO. OF BIDDERS: 1 CLOSE TIME: Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:41:00 CST

Specifications
  • Make: Yale
  • Model: ESCO35ZAN36T

Condition & Markings

  • Usable/good condition.
  • Additional deficiencies/information unknown.

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02/18/2026 04:11 PM EST

CURRENT BID: $25.0 STATE: PA NO. OF BIDDERS: 0 CLOSE TIME: Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:11:00 CST

Overview

This lot contains (1) Healthmark Industries F-108 heat sealing machine. The item is classified in used condition. The machine is reported to be in working condition according to the provided specifications.

Specifications

  • Make: Healthmark Industries
  • Model: F-108

Condition & Markings

  • This lot is in used condition. Parts may be missing, and repairs may be required.
  • The machine is reported to be in working condition as per specifications.

Inspection and Removal

  • Inspection and Removal: Available Monday through Friday, by confirmed appointment only. The site is closed on federal holidays. Contact the property custodian (listed below) to schedule an appointment.
  • Property Inspection: Bidders are strongly encouraged to inspect the property prior to placing a bid to evaluate its condition and suitability. By bidding without an inspection, bidders assume the risk of potential omissions in the description.
  • Removal Responsibilities: The successful bidder is solely responsible for all aspects of removal, including packing, crating, banding, loading, and shipping. The agency will not provide assistance.
  • Authorized Third-Party Removal: The authorized third-party agent must present a Letter of Authorization from the high bidder (see terms and conditions for details), a copy of the purchaser's receipt, and a valid photo ID at the time of removal.

Disclaimer

  • The condition of the property is not warranted. Pictures are not warranted.
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02/18/2026 01:05 PM EST

CURRENT BID: 80.0 STATE: OK NO. OF BIDDERS: 2 CLOSE TIME: Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:05:00 CST

1 lot of 2 ea. tire machines and a shop crane. 

NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION is available. All items are sold AS-IS, where is. Parts and pieces may be missing. May contain defects that are not immediately detectable. The condition of the property is NOT warranted.

** Removal dates are firm**

**Items shown in the background are not included**

**Winning Bidders are responsible for packing and removal**

**All items awarded must be removed and cannot be disposed of on Federal property**

All Public Visitors MUST have an appointment for both Inspection and Removal. Please email Rosanna.Sewell@faa.gov AND Victor.Deras@faa.gov to schedule an appointment. Only one visitor at a time can enter the building. Screening (inspection) times per visit are limited to 30 minutes.

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