Notify Technical Support staff of bid timelines for submitting specifications. Refer clients to Technical Support staff to work out equipment specifications. Get clearance for non-standard equipment specifications from Technical Support staff. Make first contact with vendors for a client. Get price quotes with complete component specifications.
Validate vendor quotes to be sure they meet the specifications.
Get assistance from Technical Support staff in validating quotes if necessary. Get approval from Technical Support staff and Client for vendor-requested changes to specifications. Refer Vendor and Client inquiries regarding equipment components to Technical Support staff. Remind client to purchase surge protection and software for the equipment. Accept or use bid packages from other colleges or agencies without approval of the equipment specifications from Technical Support staff.