How To Purchase Computers

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Last Updated: Feb 25, 2025, 02:05 PM

If you are purchasing a departmental device using university funds (whether local, state, grant or any other type of non-personal funding) please follow the steps below.

How to purchase:

  1. Access the Contracts page of the Procurement Services web site.

  2. Under the Computer heading select Dell Marketing LP. The initial sign on process requires login information.

  3. The contract items are listed on the left hand side of the page. Select “customize” under the item you wish to purchase.

  4. Click on “Update Price” at the bottom of the page once your configuration is complete.

  5. Click on “Save as E-Quote” and fill in the required information, which are items marked with a red asterisk.

  6. Select “Continue” to get your E-Quote number. Write down the number and click on “E-Quotes.” Retrieve your E-Quote by clicking on the number.

  7. Choose "View Order Details" located in the gray bar and print.  A copy of your E-Quote, which is saved for 30 days, should accompany your Computer Request Form.

  8. Fax the Dell Computer P-Card Request Form to Information Technology (fax number listed on form) after acquiring the Fiscal Officer’s approval and, if needed, administrative approval.

If you choose to order something other than a contract item:

  1. Select “System” instead of choosing a contract item.

  2. Choose the product you want to order and then click on the system in order to customize your choice.

  3. Click on “Update Price.”

  4. Save E-Quote.

  5. Proceed as referenced above starting at #6.

  1. Access the Apple web page.

  2. Log into your Apple account.

    • If you do not have an Apple ID associated with SIU's account, you will need to register for access.  Please contact Matthew Barkley at Information Technology for assistance.

    • With Registered Proposer user access, you will be allowed to save proposals to be used on your Computer Request form.

  3. Choose and configure the machine or accessories that you want to purchase. Remember to update your subtotal. Select “Continue.”

  4. Choose any additional items you may need and update your pricing. Select “Continue.”

  5. There are other options to choose from, such as adding items to your proposal. Simply follow the directions. Select “Continue.”

  6. Review your proposal, and change quantity if appropriate. Click on “Create Proposal” to save. Sign in and enter the required information. Select “Send Proposal.”

  7. Print the proposal page with the web proposal number, prepare the letter of justification, and forward it to Information Technology with your Computer Request Form.