Auction services
Auction services, from valuation to clearance
A government-licensed company for organising public auctions. Based in the Eastern Province, working in Dammam, Riyadh, Jubail, Jeddah and Yanbu.
Auction formats
The right format for every asset
Sealed-bid auction
Bids are submitted in sealed envelopes and opened transparently, item by item.
Public auction
Open, in-person bidding at the asset site or an auction hall.
Electronic auction
Bidding and sealed bids on the Al-Qahtani electronic platform — since 2020.
Hybrid auction
On-site and online at the same time, for the widest participation.
Direct sale
Structured sale of assets outside an auction session where appropriate.
Auction categories
Eleven asset categories
Car auctionsDaily drivers, luxury cars, specialist vehicles and corporate fleets.
Machinery auctionsHeavy equipment, production lines and precision tools.Scrap auctionsIron scrap and mixed materials sold by the ton or by lot.Metal auctionsMetals for the construction and manufacturing sectors.Copper auctionsWiring, plumbing and industrial surplus copper.Aluminium auctionsRaw and custom alloys for automotive, aerospace and construction.Cable auctionsElectrical, network and specialist cables.Electronics auctionsThoroughly inspected phones, computers and tablets.Tower auctionsTelecom, broadcast and power-transmission towers.Real estate auctionsResidential, commercial and industrial property — FAL licensed.Ship auctionsFrom cargo ships to fishing boats.Service divisions
Eleven specialist divisions
Contracting
Technical reports
Administration
Government reports
Valuation
Evaluation and sale plans
Coding
Item labelling and lot numbering
Site preparation
Preparing inspection and auction sites
Media & advertising
Campaigns, adverts and video
Maintenance
Pre-auction asset preparation
Operations
Running the auction
Finance
Financial reports
Audit
Procedure review and audit
After-sale services
Follow-up, handover and clearance
- Start with an auction request
Marketing & communications
We bring serious bidders to your auction
Marketing strategy
A complete plan that targets the right audience and highlights the auction’s strengths.
Buyer’s guide
A detailed guide with everything a buyer needs to decide with confidence.
Advertising
Professional print and digital adverts for maximum reach.
Promotional video
High-quality video that showcases the key assets credibly.
Online listing
All details, photos and documents uploaded to digital platforms.
Social media
Auction links shared on X, Instagram and Facebook with tailored content.
Auction execution
Eight steps with fixed deadlines
- 01
Announcement
An initial notice with the auction name, inspection site and date, and auction date.
- 02
Booklet & video
A professional poster, terms booklet with bid forms, illustrated asset booklet and a promotional video on YouTube.
- 03
Reaching bidders
Repeated adverts on major Saudi accounts, our website and channel, plus direct calls to likely bidders.
- 04
Site inspection
Organised site visits and a location link so bidders can inspect assets in person.
- 05
Entry deposit
A set entry deposit ensures bidders are serious and financially able.
- 06
Auction day
Envelopes opened by item schedule, bids reviewed, and the client helped to analyse every offer.
- 07
Award
Results, winner notices and a sales report; approval or rejection within three days of opening.
- 08
Payment & clearance
Payment within 10 days of the award notice, a set clearance period per item, then the clearance deposit is refunded.
FAQ
Questions from buyers and sellers
What types of auction do you run?
Sealed-bid auctions, public on-site auctions, electronic auctions on our platform, hybrid auctions, and direct sales.
Are you licensed?
Yes. We are licensed by the government to organise public auctions, and hold FAL licences for real estate auctions (4200000473) and real estate brokerage (1200022893).
How do I take part in an auction?
Read the auction’s terms booklet, inspect the assets during the inspection window, then submit the entry deposit and your bid — in person or on the electronic platform, depending on the auction type.
When are results announced?
Awards are approved or rejected within three days of the envelope opening, and winners are then notified.
How long do I have to pay after winning?
Within 10 days of the award notice. If payment is 15 days late after a warning, the deposit cheque is forfeited and we negotiate with the next bidder or re-auction the item.
What happens to unsold assets?
We schedule a new auction for them within ninety days of the approval of the other sales.
Assets to sell?
Tell us what you have — we’ll recommend the best way and time to sell
- Unified number920 033 781
- WhatsApp+966 50 328 0875
- Emailinfo@qahtaniauction.com