The Information Technology Procurement Review (ITPR) process is part of our commitment to making the resources and tools used on campus accessible, secure and compatible. Chancellor's Office policy requires the campus to purchase Electronic and Information Technology (E&IT) products that meet Section 508 accessibility requirements. Systems, services and applications that are not accessible pose a risk to the campus if a student, faculty, staff, alumni, parent, or the public is unable to use them.
For more information about the CSU Procurement policy visit the CSU System ATI Procurement Process page.
There are 3 main areas assessed as part of IT Procurement Review:
- Accessibility Risk
- Information Security Risk
- System Compatibility
A review may be required when you are acquiring any Electronic and Information Technology (E&IT), regardless of price (including donations). The table below provides some examples of items that require an ITPR and items that do not. If you are unsure whether your item requires an ITPR, please email itpurchasing@csumb.edu and someone will assist you.
ITPR Review Not Required
- Standard computer desktops, laptops, and tablet hardware purchased using supplied quotes/approved procurement process.
- Computer monitors, displays, and projectors
- Keyboards, mice, digital pens, desktop speakers, headsets
- USB hubs, docking stations, adapters, and cables
- iPads, Android tablets, cell phones
- Electronic articles used by one person (e.g. online newspaper and journal subscriptions)
- General office equipment other than software, computers, and printers (e.g. calculators, electric staplers, etc.)
ITPR Review Required
- Non-standard computer desktops, laptops, and tablet hardware
- Printers, scanners, copiers,fax machines and multi-function devices
- Software for computers, tablets, or servers
- Academic software used for instruction or testing
- Electronic articles intended for use as required reading for a course
- Devices that will connect to the campus network
- Smart boards or kiosks
Quotes
Submit an IT ticket to request a quote for:
- Apple products
- Non-standard computer hardware
- Software and other non-computing devices from IT
In most instances we can generate Apple quotes within 2-business days. Quotes for non-standard computer hardware can take longer because it usually involves consultation with the customer and the re-seller or vendor representative.