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Browser-based auction software proposal

Portland

Summary

Seabid presented a phone-friendly auction platform that could automate invoicing, let buyers bid from any browser, and replace aging servers. Staff will bring a cost-benefit comparison to the November 12 meeting.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Could save money by eliminating servers and Great Plains software, but pricing would be a percentage-of-fees model still to be quantified.

✅Who benefits

Buyers, who could bid from anywhere on a phone, and the Exchange, which would streamline operations.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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