We process outbound shipments through our motor freight contracted carriers for University departments on request for both domestic and international shipments.
Shipping services may include
- Standard/ Normal outbound freight
- Materials returned to vendors
- Return of duplicate shipments
- Equipment returned for repair
- Return of damaged or defective equipment
- Exchange of equipment or materials
- Return of loaned equipment/ material
- Ward Trucking
- ABF Freight Systems
- Central Transport
Packaging
We will assist departments with packing the material. (Limited to paper wadding and cushioning within cardboard containers and address labeling.) We do not crate material.
Pick-Up Shipping Request Form
The department must fill out all required information on the Pick-Up and Shipping Request Form.
Payment of freight charges
Depending on the reason for the return, freight charges may apply and will be charged to the requesting department using the billing information entered in the “Pickup and Shipping Request Form.” Motor freight charges are billed to Purchasing Services (Accounts Payable) and then direct billed to the respective department by Accounting. If the vendor is paying the shipping charges; the department will need to obtain from the vendor their carrier of choice and account number.
Cash on Delivery (C.O.D.)
C.O.D. shipments cannot be arranged through Central Distribution Services.
Status of shipment
Departments inquiring as to the status of a shipment should contact CDS at 814-865-8620 or 814-863-0317.