Purchasing and Ordering

In this section you’ll find information about the following services.

If you’d like to purchase something but don’t know where to start, review the Purchasing Matrix to see where to start. 

Purchasing Guide

Learn more about specific procedures on how to pay for independent consultants and contractors as well as professional services. There is also additional information on insurance and printing services. 

Bearbuy Guide

BearBUY is Berkeley’s web based system for purchasing goods and services on campus. Additional information on the master office supply list and how to request for approval can be found here. Please refer to the Purchasing Matrix for more information on which forms to use for specific purchases. 

BluCard Program 

The BluCard is UC Berkeley’s basic pro-card that enables cardholders to purchase goods-services pertaining to one’s role within the library for items and services up to $9,999. BluCards function as a credit card with additional responsibilities and forms. 

Phone and Zoom Services

To order phone equipment please complete the library CNS Service Form and email it to LBS@berkeley.edu. Please contact Communication Network Services Desk at 664-9000for phone line and voicemail troubleshooting and repair.

Library Purchasing Office
110 Doe Library
Fax: 642-6086

Non-collection orders/requests and payment inquiries? Email LBS@berkeley.edu.

Packing slips/BluCard paperwork? Email purchase-library@berkeley.edu.