Hardware and Software Purchase Process

Visit the Supported Standards page to determine if we have a recommendation for the item(s) you wish to purchase.

• E-mail the Help Desk to request a quote for the item(s) you wish to purchase.
• Include the name, model/version number, and brief description of the item(s). 

• The Help Desk will e-mail an official quote to you within a few days, requesting approval to place the order (Quotes are generally only valid for 30 days).
• You must reply with an approval from your Department Chair or Dean and an account number and object code to charge the item(s) are required.

• The order is placed by the Help Desk through the appropriate vendor. (Order processing times vary by vendor, and can be anywhere from 1 - 9 weeks for delivery)
• When the item arrives at the Help Desk, we will notify you.