What Happens When Bidding Ends?
An item will use the auction default Online Bidding Period unless there is an Override value set in the Bidding Rules for that item.
When the designated Online Bidding End Time for an item is reached, the Online Bidding Type will close, ensuring a fair and transparent bidding process.
For these "Online Items," an "Item Won Notification" email is automatically sent to the winning bidder, ensuring prompt and clear communication, unless this feature is disabled under the Website Online Bidding | Notifications section.
For Live Bidding Type/Paper Bidding Type that have online pre-bidding enabled, the system will not close the bidding when the online bidding period ends. Live Bidding Type/Paper Bidding Type will only close when you use the Record Bid page and check the final bid box or the item is explicitly closed on its Item Details page.
Bids will no longer be accepted for items configured to allow online pre-bidding, although those items will still be open. The highest bidder will not receive a notification until the item is closed.
Last reviewed: June 2024