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Case Study: Liquidating a Lab in 30 Days

Case Study: Liquidating a Lab in 30 Days

When a biotech company in California needed to vacate their lab space fast, they called Surplus Cascade. With just 30 days left on their lease, over 100 scientific assets, and no internal resources available, they needed a turn-key biotech lab liquidation solution — fast.

The Challenge: 30 Days to Exit

The client — a mid-sized life sciences firm — was closing its R&D satellite lab due to corporate consolidation. The facility contained a wide mix of equipment and furnishings, including:

  • Analytical instruments (GCs, HPLCs, spectrophotometers)
  • Benchtop tools, centrifuges, and microscopes
  • Environmental chambers and lab furniture
  • IT hardware, servers, and office equipment

The deadline was firm. The landlord required the space to be broom-clean on exit. Internal staff were unavailable for inventory or logistics support. The client’s goal: maximize return and avoid penalties.

Our Solution: Full-Service Lab Liquidation

We deployed within 48 hours and executed a structured plan for rapid clearance and value recovery. Our services included:

  • On-site cataloging, asset tagging, and photography
  • Full spec research and digital listing creation
  • Targeted marketing to biotech buyers worldwide
  • Timed online auction with 200+ registered bidders
  • Coordination of payment, pickup, and removal
  • Site cleanup and compliant disposal of non-saleable items

Results: 97% Sold — $186,000 Recovered

  • 97% of saleable assets sold during the 7-day auction
  • $186,000 in gross auction proceeds
  • 100+ bids placed from 8 countries
  • Zero delays — lab vacated on schedule

We also provided the client with a complete post-sale financial report, recycling certificates, and documentation for their compliance and finance teams.

Client Testimonial

“Surplus Cascade handled everything professionally and with urgency. We expected a loss, but they turned it into a gain — and helped us meet a difficult deadline without stress.”

— Director of Operations, Biotech Client

Why This Case Study Matters

If you need to liquidate a biotech lab, consolidate a research facility, or remove scientific equipment quickly, we can help. Surplus Cascade provides end-to-end lab liquidation services tailored to your assets, timeline, and compliance needs.

Need help with a fast biotech lab clearance?
📧 Email us at sales@surpluscascade.com
🌐 Learn more at www.surpluscascade.com

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