Disposal by auction requires bidder registration, earnest money deposit, and timely payment with delivery obligations. Disposal of seized, confiscated and time expired goods shall be by electronic auction or by physical tendering. E auction bidders must register on payment of a refundable registration fee and will be allotted login credentials; physical tenders are submitted as sealed bids to the Disposal Unit. Lot details and inspection availability will be published on the Mumbai Customs website and Customs House Notice Board at least three working days prior. Bidders must submit an Earnest Money Deposit in the prescribed form; EMD for e auction is deposited before close and for physical tenders with the tender document. Results are announced two hours after close and the successful bidder must deposit the balance and take delivery within the prescribed period.