Ocean City Police Department Bike Auction Wraps Up Annual Public Sale
The Ocean City Police Department successfully held its annual public Bike Auction on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, giving residents, seasonal homeowners, and visitors the opportunity to purchase unclaimed bicycles and other recovered property at public auction prices.
The event took place at the department's Shelter Road Compound, located just off Shelter Road behind the Ocean City Municipal Golf Course near Tennessee Avenue. The facility serves as the city's storage location for recovered, abandoned, and unclaimed property collected throughout the year.
Registration and Auction Proceedings
Participants registered beginning at 9:15 a.m., presenting valid government-issued photo identification to receive a bidder number before the auction started at 10:00 a.m.
Approximately 70 bicycles, representing a variety of styles, sizes, and conditions, were offered for sale, along with several miscellaneous unclaimed items. As in previous years, the event attracted bargain hunters looking for affordable transportation and recreational bicycles.
The auction concluded around noon after bidders competed for the available inventory. A rain date had been scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, if weather conditions required a postponement.
Payment Requirements
Winning bidders were required to pay immediately following the auction using one of the approved payment methods:
Cash
Personal checks accompanied by valid identification
Certified bank checks
Credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payment methods were not accepted.
A Longstanding Ocean City Tradition
The annual police bike auction remains a popular community event and a practical way for the city to return unclaimed property to public use. With bicycles serving as one of the primary ways residents and visitors travel throughout Ocean City during the summer months, the auction continues to offer an affordable option for those seeking a reliable beach cruiser or family bicycle.
Beyond providing low-cost transportation, the event also supports the responsible disposition of recovered property while reinforcing one of Ocean City's long-standing summertime traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Were bicycles available to inspect before bidding?
Yes. Registered bidders were able to view the available inventory before the auction began.
Were the bicycles sold ready to ride?
All bicycles were sold as-is. While many were in usable condition, some required maintenance or repairs before regular use.
What happened if weather became an issue?
The city had designated Wednesday, July 8, 2026, as the official rain date in the event severe weather prevented the auction from taking place as scheduled.
Sources: Ocean City Police Department Official Notice; City of Ocean City Municipal Records.
