Preferred Vendor Contracts
Desk top and Laptop Computers
Dell
Order Richard Fischer
Richard_Fischer@dell.com
800-274-7799 ext: 7235024
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I order a desktop or laptop computer?Dell holds the contract for desktop and laptop computers. Orders may be placed via the Dell Premier web site at: http://premier.dell.com The AU Dell link is also available via the PPS Contract web page. How do I access their web site?
Visit the Dell web site at http://premier.dell.com. How do I order IT peripherals?
GovConnection holds our separately bid IT Peripheral contract. The GovConnection contract should be used exclusively for printer, scanner and other IT peripheral purchases unless there is not a product in their catalog that meets the technical specifications of the product needed. Contact Burnette Tolbert in PPS (4-7771 or tolbebn@auburn.edu) if you need assistance.GovConnection web site. Who should I call if I was invoiced incorrectly?
Call Burnette Tolbert in Procurement and Payment Services at 844-3572. How can I check on the status of an order?
The Dell web site provides order tracking information.
Am I allowed to use my Purchasing Card to purchase desktop and laptop computers?"
Yes. As long as the purchase is less than $2,500, your card per transaction limit covers the cost of the purchase, and you have not exceeded your monthly card spending limit, you can use your Purchasing Card to purchase the desktop/laptop.
These contracts do not affect the acquisition of Apple products, SunMicrosystem, and Unix equipment. The normal AU Spending Polices still apply to these purchases. Are we required to purchase from the Preferred Vendor Contracts?
Once you see the pricing on these contracts, we think you're going to WANT to purchase from them due to their very competitive pricing! Beyond that though, these vendors have been designated as the "Preferred Vendors" for AU for these particular commodities. In general, making purchases outside the contract shouldn't be necessary. However, there may be occasions when there is a very valid reason for going outside the contract. In that situation, please just attach a note of explanation to the voucher/purchasing card recon. In some cases, PPS may follow up with you…in other cases, the Preferred Vendor may follow up with you. Can I still lease computers?
Yes. You can select any available brand from the lease program. Check the AU Lease Topic web page or call 334-844-4512 for information.