Vending Machine Support
Last Updated: August 28, 2025 3:21:40 PM PDT
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Find information on new vending machine placement requests and vending related service support.
Request a New Vending Placement
New vending machines may be requested by departments with the guidance below.
Each vending deployment request is reviewed to ensure adherence to campus policies and viability of the vending site.
Please e-mail DiningEngagement@ucsd.edu with the following information:
Subject Line: New Vending Placement.
- Type of vending machine requested e.g. beverage, snack, or both.
- Building and/or proposed site location.
- Proposed site related information:
- Interior or exterior space.
- Availability of electrical outlet(s).
- Cellular service (for card transactions).
- Space clearance information - adequate clearance for ADA and evacuation paths. (Additional verification will be required).
- Building accessibility - Hours of operation, public access, and/or key card access restrictions.
- Best site contact: Name and e-mail.
- An image of the proposed site.
Vending Related Service and Support
Support information is provided below for vending repair needs, refunds, and other service support needs.
Please have general information available for support requests e.g. machine number (typically available on the front of machines), location, issue, applicable date and time of issue (if applicable).
Canteen Snack Vending:
- Repairs, refunds, and customer service:
- Call 619-527-1900.
- E-mail: CanteenSD@compass-usa.com.
Costa Coffee Vending:
- Customer support: Call 877-772-6782.
Pepsi Co. Beverage Vending:
- Repair and service: Call 877-386-4567.
- Refunds and customer voucher request - Pepsi Support Ticket.
For more information, contact Dining Engagement, DiningEngagement@ucsd.edu.