Avantor delivered by VWR
Avantor is a primary supplier of laboratory equipment, supplies, and scientific furniture for Louisiana State ¾Å¾Å¸£ÀûÍø.
Benefits of the master contract supplier relationship are that LSU receives outstanding pricing on laboratory supplies, free freight, deep discounts on a hotlist of supply items, no-hassle return policy, dedicated on-campus representation, and additional discounts for new lab start-ups. Instructions for using a punch-out out catalog can be found in the "Create Requisition from Supplier Website" job aid available at Workday Training > Finance Training > Procurement.
Local Sales Representatives
Mariah Sandoval
Sales Representative - New Orleans & Shreveport, LA
mariah.sandoval@avantorsciences.com
Cell: 504-202-7351
Drake Melancon
Sales Associate - Baton Rouge, Alexandria, & Eunice, LA
drake.melancon@avantorsciences.com
Cell: 225-472-4113
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Order Status feature available in Punch-out | Yes |
| Email Order Acknowledgement sent to Requester | Yes |
| Email Ship Acknowledgement sent to Requester | Yes |
| Deadline for Orders to Ship Same Day | 11:30 AM CST |
| Standard delivery time | 1-2 Business Days |
| Shipping and Handling charges | No charges for standard ground shipping. Shipping for expedited orders will come back on the invoice at the header level. |
| E-quote functionality available in Punch-out | Yes, you can request quotes from your local Sales Representative. |
| Order History feature available in Punch-out | Yes |
| Favorites/Hotlists feature available in Punch-out | Yes |
| Order cancellation and returns | For all cancellations or returns, please email your local sales representative. You will be required to have a written confirmation from the supplier to clear the Workday encumbrance. |
| Catalog Product Restrictions |
Yes, the following categories:
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| Additional Notes | N/A |
Questions?
All questions concerning this contract should be directed to LSU Procurement at 225-578-2176 or purchase@lsu.edu.
Rev. 6/3/2025
Competitively bid through
E&I Cooperative Services (E&I)
RFP #682665 - Scientific Equipment, Supplies, and Services