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Preferred Vendor Contracts
Electrical Supplies
Wesco
Auburn University has selected WESCO Distribution, Inc. as our preferred vendor for electrical supplies. WESCO is recognized as one of the largest and most responsive electrical distributors in the industry. This agreement became effective July 1, 2011.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should I contact regarding this agreement?
Bernard Lee is Auburn University's Account Manager. You may also contact Julie Miller in Inside Sales. Both are based out of the Birmingham office. They can be reached at the following for any technical or product specific questions:
For general contract questions, please contact Beth Owen in PPS. Beth can be reached at the following:
- Office Phone: (334) 844-3559
Email: beth.owen@auburn.edu
What does this agreement include?
This competitively bid contract includes the following products:
- Lighting, including lamps (light bulbs and fluorescent tubes), light fixtures, ballasts, and lighting controls.
- Wire, cable, and conduit
How can I place orders?
Orders can be placed using University P-Cards. They can be placed by phone to Bernard Lee or Julie Miller or online at http://www.wescodirect.com/direct/Homepage.aspx. For first time orders made online, you must click on "Not Registered?" on the left side of the screen. Once the process is completed, WESCO will send you a username and password to use. If an order will exceed $2499, a requisition will need to be prepared and approved. Once PPS receives and approves the requisition, Beth Owen will place the order using her P-Card and orders will be charged back to the departments.
When can I expect deliveries, and are there delivery charges?
Shipments are made via WESCO truck every Tuesday and Thursday. There are no freight charges on standard deliveries to the University. Expedited delivery can be provided based on product availability. However, freight will be charged to accommodate non-standard shipping requirements.
How are returns and exchanges handled?
Items may be returned to the branch or distribution center from which the items were shipped subject to WESCO's written permission. A Return Material Authorization (RMA) will be issued for each return.
What suppliers are included in this agreement?
WESCO is a distributor for many major manufacturers. They include: Philips Lighting, Advanced Ballast, Lithonia, Cooper Lighting and Wiring Devices, and many more.
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