OSD Technology Purchasing Procedures
OSD Technology is responsible for all aspects of the centralized technology purchasing process (from requisition entry in Skyward through delivery and/or installation of goods/services to the sites).
Centralized purchasing of technology hardware and software ensure:
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Compatibility with district network environment
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Compliance with district technology security policy
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Suitability based on assessment
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Licensing compliance for software purchase
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Hardware and software that can be efficiently supported
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Availability of sufficient resources including initial and recurring costs
Standardization allows the district to efficiently select and manage technology, obtain better technology pricing, reduce maintenance costs and increase access to training and assistance. These standards are re-evaluated periodically based on common needs, vendor offerings, cost, reliability, supportability, quality, sustainability, compliance with surplus policies and timeliness of vendor response.
All technology items above $40 must be approved and purchased through the Technology department. This includes any purchase regardless of the funding source.
To submit an order:
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Include a link to the item(s) you would like to purchase and the quantity
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Include the appropriate budget code that will be used
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CC any supervisors that need to give approval
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Technology will confirm if the requested item is compatible with our network and standards. If so, we will place the order.
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Once the item arrives, our warehouse will inventory the asset(s).
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Our field tech will deliver the item(s) to your site and set them up as needed.
For information on purchasing software, please see our Digital Resource Procedures.
For questions or assistance, please contact the Helpdesk at [email protected] or (360)596-6172.