How to Buy Computer Hardware
Last updated
August 31, 2009 11:24:36 AM PDT
Follow the steps on this page to purchase computer hardware.
Note: Use Marketplace UCSD's online buying site to order computer hardware if your department has access.
Use the information below only if your department doesn't have access to Marketplace.
In the right place? If you are purchasing an item that will become part of existing
equipment, please see
How to Add Accessories to Existing Equipment.
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- If you are buying a computer, check these resources:
- If you are buying a printer, read:
- If you are buying a PDA, read:
- Contact the supplier and get a price quotation for the system you want to buy.
- Be sure to request a printed copy of the quotation.
- Purchase by recharge from:
- Use Express Card if:
- You are authorized to use Express Card.
- The cost is less than $4,999, including tax, shipping, and handling.
- Complete a Department Order if:
- You have a valid buyer code.
- Your order is less than $2,500, including tax, shipping, and handling.
- Submit a High Value Purchase Requisition if:
- Your order is over $2,500 and you will not be using Express Card.
Note: After you submit the requisition, fax or mail a copy of the quote to the procurement specialist for your location. Be sure to write the requisition number on the quote.
After the procurement specialist places your order, you will receive a copy of the High Value Purchase Order.
Equipment Management creates and sends you UCID tags along with the Asset Locator report. When you receive these items:
- Affix the tags to the front of the equipment.
- Complete and return the Asset Locator Report to Equipment Management, Mail Code 0953, or go to EAMS Web and complete the report.
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