Equipment Demonstrations Guidelines Equipment Demonstrations Guidelines Direct communications between faculty and staff and vendors is encouraged. In some circumstances it may be desirable to have a vendor demonstrate a piece of equipment prior to initiating budgetary and purchasing action. There should be no cost or obligation to the university associated with a demonstration.
Equipment left in the custody of the university is considered to be on loan.
If equipment remains on campus for testing after a demonstration, the university accepts no liability for loss or damage to the equipment, for rental charges or any other charge or obligation. It is not in the best interest of the university to have loaned equipment remain on campus without a written agreement that includes a clause holding the university harmless in case of loss or damage to the equipment. Loaned equipment should not be left on campus longer than 30 days. If a decision is made to purchase the type of equipment demonstrated, university Purchasing will solicit competitive bids or proposals. If there are any questions contact a buyer in the Purchasing or Computer Purchasing Department.