During registration, participants receive a handheld device pre-loaded with every auction item – item description, value, bid increments, photo, and donor information. Guests can browse the silent auction area, view items on their personal BidPal, and bid from anywhere at any time during the event. BidPal drives competition and increases your overall auction activity.

BidPal allows guests to:

• Bid from anywhere at any time
• Receive outbid alerts
• Automatically watch favorite items
• Place maximum bid amounts
• Utilize the “Buy Now” feature
• View items with no bids
• Fund a need or donate cash
• Receive instant notification of items won

The BidPal Process
BidPal representatives walk you through the entire process – before, during and after the auction – to ensure the event goes smoothly and auction proceeds are maximized.

Pre-event

• Comprehensive venue survey to maximize guest enjoyment
• Training on the entry of available items and photos into the BidPal system (complements existing auction management software)
• Event consulting regarding item values, minimum bids,bid increments, sponsorship opportunities and auction wrap-up

Day of the Event

• Setup of wireless technology and bidding kiosks
• Training of BidPal technology
• Real-time monitoring of total auction proceeds
• Real-time reports facilitating no-hassle checkouts

Post-event Follow-up
BidPal reports not only summarize the event, but help you plan your next silent auction.

• Full Item Analysis
• Bidder Activity
• Proceeds by Category
• Fund a Need & VIP Donors
• Buy Now Items
• Items with No Bids