DISTRIBUTION
Package Size
Stores offers free pickup and redelivery of up to eight stackable boxes (copy paper box size approximately 17 x 12 x15") or one hamper of mail. A special handling fee will be assessed for the following:
- Pickups exceeding eight cartons or one hamper of mail.
- Uncrating, moving, setup, special equipment, additional personnel, excessive time, etc.
- Special delivery or unscheduled pickups.
- Delivery to a point other than specified on the P.O., Open Order release, or Stores requisition.
Contracted Services
A service fee will be assessed on actual costs incurred for additional material handling or distribution services arranged on a contract basis. Vehicles will be operated by Stores personnel. Charges for extra staff, when necessary, will be based on regular and/or overtime rates.
- On-campus service includes furniture delivery, equipment moves, etc. either during the regular workday or after hours.
- Off-campus service includes pickup and delivery service in the Lansing and East Lansing area, and long distance trips within the lower peninsula.
- More extensive trips may be scheduled if sufficient lead time is provided.
Delivery
The building and room number specified on the order form or pickup notice will be considered the final delivery or pickup point. If the listed room is a locked storage room, indicate on the form where a key can be obtained. Please indicate if a signature on the delivery slip is to be obtained at a location other than the delivery location.
Signed delivery slips must be returned to the Stores driver at the time the merchandise is delivered. Signatures verifies the number of cartons or pieces received, not package content.
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