Physics Purchasing

UCSB Physics Purchasing supports the department’s teaching and research needs by coordinating the purchase of goods, equipment, and services. We assist with sourcing and vendor selection, purchasing procedures, quotes and documentation, equipment purchases, and University requirements. Our goal is to help faculty, researchers, students, and staff navigate the purchasing process efficiently while ensuring purchases comply with UC policies and guidelines.

Purchasing

How to place an order through Gateway, including which purchase type to use (Flexcard, non-catalog, punchout, high value, international, hazmat), setting up a new supplier, and entering accounting codes correctly.

Placing an order on Gateway (Quick Glance Version)
How to input CCOA Project and GL codes
Adding a new supplier in Gateway

Shipping

How to ship domestic and international packages, when a customs broker or freight forwarder is needed, and requirements for shipping hazardous or dangerous goods.