looking for the state of calif.surplus auctions. Any idea of how to find it?

Answer 1

There is some information at-

http://www.isd.dgs.ca.gov/surplus/default.htm
http://www.nationwideauction.com/ENU/default.asp
http://www.dgs.ca.gov/default.htm
http://www.resd.dgs.ca.gov/StateSurplusProperty/default.htm

Individual counties and cities may also have surplus auctions- some online. City and county websites generally have this information. Some may contract out auctions as well.