Department & Grant-funded Computer Purchases
Department & Grant-funded Computer Purchases
 

Information Technology Services (ITS) assists University departments and areas in acquiring computers, laptops, printers, scanners, any associated peripherals and any other devices that would connect to the BGSU network. The process below exists for specifying, ordering, and installing this equipment. Apple and Dell have web sites already configured for BGSU where you can find equipment pricing for institutions. They are:

Apple Online (Institutional Purchases)
Dell Online 

If you are not ordering Apple or Dell equipment, you can get a quote on accessories only by submitting the Computer Equipment Quote Request form below.

The first step in getting new equipment is to clarify an existing need. The ITS staff will assist you in reviewing your desktop equipment needs so that the proper type of equipment can be acquired. If you would like this assistance, please call 419-372-0252, and request equipment ordering assistance.

If you are prepared to specify and order equipment at this time, follow the steps below.

1. Review  equipment options and make your choices

If you have a need for equipment not on this list, please call 2-0252.

a. Fill out the Computer Equipment Quote Request Form. Fax the completed form to ITS at 2-2300.  If you have chosen equipment that is not listed on the Desktop Specifications page at the equipment options link above, please fax us the page from one of the vendor sites that include the system specific specs and price.


2. Submit purchase order to the vendor

When you have a complete and final quote, please complete the Computer Equipment Order Request Form and submit it, along with copies of the quotes, by fax to ITS at 2-2300. When your order is placed, you will receive a confirmation via email of your order and a Case Ticket # for future reference.


3. Receive and configure your equipment for use

ITS will receive your equipment from the vendor. A variety of installation options are available. Please refer to the Delivery and Installation Form to make these selections. Print this form and mark your choices, and then fax it to ITS at 2-2300.