Typical Sellers
Universities / Research Institutes / Public Networks
Academic Guide
Institutional Sellers
This page is for institutions that hold IPv4 addresses and want a simple way to review sale options, timing, and minimum block size before listing.
What to review first
Available inventory, timing, and minimum block size
Starting point
Review the inventory and prepare the listing terms
Why this page matters
Some institutional sellers manage larger blocks and may need a clearer view of timing, listing size, and internal approval before going live.
- Review what can be listed now
- Decide what block sizes can be offered
- Prepare the information needed before listing
Start with the available inventory
You do not need a full audit before getting started. A simple view of what is available is enough for an initial listing plan.
- Estimate how much address space can be released
- Decide whether to sell in larger or smaller blocks
- Set a rough target for timing and pricing
What to prepare
A few simple checks make the listing process faster and easier.
- Current use of the IPv4 addresses
- The minimum block size you want to offer
- Your preferred timing
- A target price range
- The contact person for the listing
What to decide before going live
Before publishing a listing, decide the basic terms buyers will see first.
- Listing scope
- Pricing approach
- Minimum block size
- Whether to list directly or through a broker
Flow
How academic organizations typically proceed
The assumption is to organize the situation first and consult next, without rushing to a sale decision from the outset.
1. Review Inventory
Confirm what address space is available to list.
2. Set Terms
Decide timing, block size, and price direction.
3. Publish Listing
Publish the listing with the agreed terms.
4. Review Offers
Compare buyer interest and move to the next stage.
You can continue into the detailed guidance from here
After reviewing institution-specific circumstances, you can move directly into the seller guidance and the wider IP-REINS framework.