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Checklist for submitting the software and cloud technology purchase request form

Written by Stephanie Roach on August 24, 2021

Need to submit a software or cloud technology purchase request? Good news! Here is a checklist of information to gather in advance.

notebook with checklist, pen, and cup of coffee

The items listed below support the completion of the product review process by ITS, administrators, and the business offices, including District Office purchasing.

  • VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) document
  • Accessibility statement (if available)
  • Privacy Policy
  • FERPA or HIPAA statements (if available)
  • Terms of use (or other user agreement or contract)
  • Licenses and users – For example: 1 staff user, 3 staff users, all students & employees, etc.
  • Access and authentication method details – For example: Single sign on, username and password, EZProxy, etc.
  • Other integrations as needed – For example: Canvas, WebSmart, Alma, etc.
  • Vendor contact and support details (may be one or more: sales, technical support, accessibility)
  • Product quote
  • Vendor’s product website URL

Another bit of good news–Watch for a new and improved request form coming soon!