Washington State Technology Leasing FAQs
Learn about the Washington State Technology Leasing Program, eligibility, equipment options, custom configurations, finance details, lease process, and more. Discover the benefits and regulations associated with equipment leasing for state agencies.
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Technology Leasing FAQs
Who is eligible to participate? All Washington State agencies may participate. The Lease Program is supported through the Office of the State Treasurer Certificate of Purchase (COP) to take advantage of the shared service value.
What can I lease? Desktop and Laptop computers Servers Printers from several manufacturers Configurations can be viewed on the NASPO Contracts: https://des.wa.gov/services/contracting-purchasing/it- contracts-purchasing/technology-master-contracts
Can I order equipment with custom configurations? Agencies may submit a request for approval of unique configurations to DES. DES will approve requests that present a clear business need to purchase outside the standard configuration.
What happens to returned equipment? Only the DES Lease Program redistributes end-of-lease computers to Washington school districts and schools through the Computers for Kids (C4K) program.
How is the Leasing Program financed? DES leases are financed through the Office of the State Treasurer s (OST) Certificate of Participation (COP) program.
Lease Process Step 1: Consultant quotes a lease payment, using manufacturer s negotiated price for specific equipment configuration, and the DES lease rate spreadsheet. Step 2: Based on the quote, agency issues DES a purchase order to begin final lease process. Step 3: After internal processes take place, equipment is delivered to the agency or 3rdparty vendor. Step 4: Invoicing begins.
Can I Cancel My Lease? No. A lease is a non-cancelable contract. You re responsible for all payments throughout the course of the lease.
Intrinsic Value of DES Leasing Your Agency s Lease: Help s smooth budget spikes Facilitates rapid technology deployment Facilitates standardization efforts Provides an effective disposal strategy Reduces Acquisition costs Reduces Asset Management costs Reduces IT Support costs
A Surplus Operations Program http://www.k12.wa.us/EdTech/Computers4kids/default.aspx
Questions About Leasing? Contact: Aaron M. Pittelkau Business Coordinator (360) 407 8712 Aaron.Pittelkau@des.wa.gov
