Biotech, Medical, Pharmaceutical Equipment Auctions

Ongoing modernization within biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical operations results in surplus laboratory, production, and facility assets as research priorities shift, products reach end of life, and manufacturing footprints evolve. Heritage Global Partners has a long track record supporting asset dispositions within this sector for research laboratories, clinical operations, and regulated manufacturing facilities, including surplus laboratory equipment sales and complete facility liquidations, frequently spanning multiple operational sites.

Heritage Global Partners maintains exclusive master service agreements with Pfizer and Amgen for the disposition of surplus biotech and pharmaceutical assets. Sales in this category originate from research and development transitions, facility consolidations, and corporate restructuring, supporting buyers active in regulated scientific and healthcare environments.

Typical Assets Sold

Analytical and laboratory instrumentation
Bioreactors, fermenters, and process vessels
Chromatography and spectroscopy systems
Lyophilizers and freeze dryers
Liquid handling and laboratory automation equipment
Cleanroom and controlled-environment assets
Packaging, inspection, and labeling equipment
Facility support and utility systems

Current Auctions

Cell Therapy & Bioprocessing Equipment: Flow Cytometry, Cell Processing Systems, Irradiation, PCR Instruments, Cryo Systems & More! Corozal, PR.

Starting: Jun 11th, 2026 – 7:00am EDT

Ending: Jun 12th, 2026 – 12:00pm EDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Oncology Laboratory & Processing Equipment: Bioreactors, Chromatography Systems, HPLCs, Imaging, RT-PCR, Spectrophotometers & More! San Marino, CA.

Starting: Jun 15th, 2026 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Jun 16th, 2026 – 9:00am PDT

Late-Model Therapeutics Lab Equipment: Mass Spectrometers, HPLC Systems, AKTA Chromatography, Liquid Handlers, Octet RH 96, MSD & More! Vancouver, BC.

Starting: Jun 15th, 2026 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Jun 17th, 2026 – 10:00am PDT

Biotech & Pharmaceutical Laboratory Equipment: Mass Specs, HPLC Systems, Gas Chromatographs, Automation, Cold Storage & More! Multiple Locations, US.

Starting: Jun 18th, 2026 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Jun 19th, 2026 – 9:00am PDT

Cytokine Therapy & Bioprocessing Equipment, Assignment for Benefit of Creditors: ÄKTA Avant Systems, Bioreactors, UHPLC, Cell Separation & More! Germantown, MD.

Starting: Jun 23rd, 2026 – 7:00am EDT

Ending: Jun 24th, 2026 – 12:00pm EDT

Biologics R&D Equipment: Flow Cytometry, Protein Purification, UPLC Systems, Protein Characterization, TFF & More! Hanover, MA.

Starting: Jun 25th, 2026 – 7:00am EDT

Ending: Jun 26th, 2026 – 12:00pm EDT

Sale #2: Biotech Lab R&D Equipment Surplus to Continued Operations of Keenova: Mass Specs, HPLCs, UPLC, Flow Cytometry, Automation, Protein Analysis & More! Hazelwood, MO.

Starting: Jun 29th, 2026 – 7:00am CDT

Ending: Jun 30th, 2026 – 10:00am CDT

Sale #102: Analytical Laboratory Equipment in Continuing Operations of Amgen: Mass Spectrometers, UPLC, Light Scattering, DSC, Liquid Handling Systems & More! Multiple Locations.

Starting: Jul 9th, 2026 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Jul 10th, 2026 – 9:00am PDT

Solid Dose Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Equipment: Tablet Presses, Coating Systems, Granulators, Fluid Bed Systems, Blenders & More! Aurora, IL.

Starting: Jul 14th, 2026 – 7:00am CDT

Ending: Jul 15th, 2026 – 10:00am CDT

Quality Lab & R&D Equipment: HPLCs, Mass Specs, Lyophilizer, FLIPR, Crystallization Robot, Incubators & More! Hayward, CA.

Starting: Jul 15th, 2026 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Jul 16th, 2026 – 9:00am PDT

Sale #2: Surplus MRO & Pharmaceutical Parts from Sanofi: Processing Equipment, Pumps, Filtration, Tanks, Lab Instruments & More! Framingham, MA.

Starting: Jul 21st, 2026 – 8:00am EDT

Ending: Jul 22nd, 2026 – 12:00pm EDT

Sale # 159: BioPharma Analytical Equipment: Mass Spectrometers, HPLC Systems, Genetic Sequencers, Centrifuges & More! Multiple Locations.

Starting: Jul 22nd, 2026 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Jul 23rd, 2026 – 9:00am PDT

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Past Auctions

Global Sealed Bid Sale of All Assets In Bulk From World Class BioPharmaceutical Equipment From Pfizer. Complete Closure With Over 250 Lots Of World Class Lab & Related Equipment! Chennai, India.

Starting: Mar 5th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: May 24th, 2019 – 12:00pm PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Global Online Auction of Quality R&D Laboratory Equipment No Longer Required By Vical, A San Diego Based BioPharmaceutical Products Developer. San Diego, CA.

Starting: May 22nd, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: May 23rd, 2019 – 10:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Global Online Auction of Pharmaceutical Lab, Process & Packaging Equipment Surplus To Continuing Operations of Quebec’s Largest Pharmaceutical Company. Montreal, QC.

Starting: May 16th, 2019 – 7:00am EDT

Ending: May 17th, 2019 – 10:00am EDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Global Online Auction of BioPharma Lab Equipment From American Laboratory Trading (ALT), One of North America’s Largest Suppliers of Used Lab Equipment, Due To Their San Diego Facility Relocation. No Reserves! San Diego, CA.

Starting: May 14th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: May 16th, 2019 – 9:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Global Online Auction Featuring State of Biotech and Pharmaceutical Processing and Packaging Equipment From Multiple Global Sellers, Including Amgen, Pfizer, and Other Leading Manufacturers.

Starting: May 7th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: May 9th, 2019 – 10:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Global Online Auction Of Surplus BioPharma Lab & Process Equipment Formerly Owned by Anika Therapeutics, A Global Medical Technology Company.

Starting: May 6th, 2019 – 7:00am EDT

Ending: May 8th, 2019 – 11:00am EDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Global Online Auction Featuring Exceptional Lab Equipment Surplus To Continuing Operations Of Synthetic Genomics. San Diego, CA.

Starting: May 2nd, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: May 3rd, 2019 – 10:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

The 78th in a series of Online Sales Featuring State-of-the-Art BioPharma Lab Equipment from the World’s Largest Pharmaceutical Manufacturer.

Starting: Apr 24th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Apr 25th, 2019 – 9:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Auction Cancelled: Global Online Auction Of Quality Laboratory & Testing Equipment From A Bay Area Based Battery Company. Oakland, CA.

Starting: Apr 18th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Apr 19th, 2019 – 10:00am PDT

The 77th in a series of Online Sales Featuring State-of-the-Art Pharmaceutical Process and Manufacturing Equipment from the World’s Largest Pharmaceutical Manufacturer.

Starting: Apr 17th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Apr 18th, 2019 – 9:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Sale #11: Global Online Auction: Large Quantity of State of the Art Lab R&D and Processing Equipment No Longer Required by a Major South San Francisco Based Biotech Company.

Starting: Apr 11th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Apr 12th, 2019 – 10:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Assets Sold Turnkey—Auction Cancelled! Global Online Auction Featuring State of the Art Laboratory Equipment Excess to Future Needs of Jecure Therapeutics. Assets Located in San Diego, CA.

Starting: Apr 11th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Apr 8th, 2019 – 10:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

The 76th in a series of Online Sales Featuring State-of-the-Art BioPharma Lab Equipment from the World’s Largest Pharmaceutical Manufacturer.

Starting: Mar 27th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Mar 28th, 2019 – 9:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Sale # 59: Global Online Auction: Large Quantity of State of the Art Lab R&D and Processing Equipment No Longer Required by Amgen. Assets From Multiple Locations.

Starting: Mar 21st, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Mar 22nd, 2019 – 10:00am PDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Sale #2 In A Series of Sales Featuring State of the Art Laboratory, Processing & Packaging Equipment From 3 Generic Pharmaceutical Sites in Huntsville, AL.

Starting: Mar 18th, 2019 – 7:00am CDT

Ending: Mar 20th, 2019 – 9:00am CDT

Immediately Accepting Bids

Auction Cancelled: Global Online Auction Of Surplus Equipment Excess To Abbott’s Future Needs! Temecula, CA.

Starting: Mar 14th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Mar 15th, 2019 – 10:00am PDT

Managing surplus lab or regulated manufacturing assets?

Buyer FAQs

Are cleanroom assets reusable outside regulated pharmaceutical environments?

Many cleanroom components, HVAC systems, and lab assets can be reused in non-GMP or pilot-scale applications with modification.

How do buyers assess remaining lifecycle for scientific instrumentation?

Buyers should evaluate service history, manufacturer support status, software compatibility, and calibration requirements.

Are cold-chain or temperature-controlled assets sold with validation records?

Validation documentation may be available when provided by the seller and is disclosed within the listing of assets for sale.

Seller FAQs

How are compliance and audit concerns addressed during regulated asset sales?

Sales are often structured to align with internal QA, EHS, and compliance teams prior to equipment release.

Can assets tied to discontinued drugs or trials be sold without disclosure risk?

Yes. Asset-only dispositions can be structured without referencing product names or research outcomes.

What drives the timing of biotech or pharmaceutical asset dispositions?

Sales are often driven by pipeline changes, site consolidations, regulatory strategy shifts, or the retirement of specific research or production programs.