2025 MCAA Annual Online Auction Pre-bidding Now Open

Words: Justin Stengel

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER, VIEW ITEMS, AND PRE-BID

Pre-Bidding and Buy-It-Now are now open for the MCAA's Annual Online Auction! This Year’s auction takes place from April 1st to April 24th, 2025. Now in its 21st year, the online auction offers mason contractors the chance to discover and purchase new products. All proceeds support the MCAA's mission to empower business owners and strengthen the industry.

Registration is required to pre-bid, bid, view other bids, and set maximum bids. Ensure you sign into your account to begin pre-bidding.

"Buy Now" allows you to purchase an item immediately without bidding or waiting for the final price, ensuring your success in the auction. Note that selecting "Buy Now" closes the bidding for that item.

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