Purchasing
The Purchasing department serves as the central resource for the College's decentralized purchasing system. The Purchasing Department configures purchasing policies and procedures for the College; provides procurement tools to support the purchase of goods and services that secure the best value for the College and ensures that College purchasing complies with applicable IRS and industry standards.
Carleton College is a member of five Cooperative Purchasing Cooperatives. As a member the College has access to a number of contracts for products and service necessary for operating productively. Departments are encouraged to seek information on products and services from these suppliers. When purchasing products, please visit the various websites for complete contract information.
Energy Star Products
As the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, Carleton College is committed to purchasing Energy Star Certified products and appliances in all areas where such ratings exist.
Look for the ENERGY STAR label when you’re shopping for items like copy machines, computers, refrigerators, and washing machines. http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=find_a_product.showProductCategory&pcw_code=OEF
ENERGY STAR certification means that the product meets rigorous energy-efficiency guidelines set up by the Federal Department of Energy.
ENERGY STAR qualified products work just as well as standard products and will help Carleton reduce its energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Rental Car Contracts
The College has discount arrangements with Enterprise and Hertz through the Education and Institution (E&I) Cooperative Service. Identify yourself as an E&I member and reference the following numbers.
Enterprise 800-736-8222, Contract #NA24E5A includes insurance. Contract #NA24E9A is 8% off of the best rate available at the time of rental. Reference iec when placing internet orders.
Hertz 800-654-2200, #CDP90440
Tax Exempt Information
Carleton College is exempt from certain sales taxes in the State of Minnesota. The exemption does not apply to lodging or prepared meals.
MN Certificate of Exemption Form ST3
MN Dept. Of Revenue Sales Tax Exemption
IRS Tax Exempt Status
Carleton's W-9
Purchasing,Accounts Payable and Risk Manager
Randie Johnson
507-222-4178
Accounting and Purchasing Assistant:
Kara Lloyd
507-222-5934
klloyd@carleton.edu