Note: Only labs in the US can buy from Quartzy. If you would like to access this feature, please email support@quartzy.com.
Effortless Quotes is a great way to save your lab money by giving you alternative sources for buying lab products. We've leveraged Quartzy's user base to get competitive prices that can be passed on to you! The feature is free and there's no obligation to buy.
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Quartzy Quotes Explained
Quartzy quotes save money for your lab by offering exact or alternative sources for buying lab products. Quartzy leverages its user base to negotiate prices that frequently beat those negotiated by companies and other large institutions.
Maybe you know you could get a better price for what you’re buying, but don't have time to go searching for quotes on every single order. That’s where Quartzy comes in — we’ll do that work for you and show you the best prices we can find.
The benefits:
- All offers are completely optional so there's no obligation to buy
- Free Standard Shipping on orders $199+
- It’s effortless — just keep using the Requests module and we’ll start searching for offers
We have thousands of labs using this feature across biotechs, hospitals, and academic institutions.
How it Works
1. Add requests in the Requests module. Note: be sure to include the unit size, catalog number, and the unit price you usually pay.
Tip: If you don't know the price, enter the list price from the vendor or manufacturer's website.
2. View the quote below the request. The quote may include the option to select between different unit sizes. This allows you to compare all the unit sizes we have available on any offer, including the price per unit of measure (e.g. price per liter), and the estimated lead time.
a. Select between side-by-side unit sizes and click Buy From Quartzy to accept the offer for your preferred unit size. Quartzy will become the vendor.
b. Or click See All Unit Sizes.
Choose a unit size and click Buy From Quartzy to accept the offer for your preferred unit size. Quartzy will become the vendor.
3. Approve the request and add it to the Cart.
4. Purchase the item through whichever payment method your lab is currently using.
FAQs
How do I generate an offer?
Just add a request like you normally do. From there, we'll start searching for a better price. If we find a good deal, an offer will appear on the request!
Note: Make sure the price you enter reflects any discounts you get!
How long does it take to receive an offer?
On average, if our Life Science Product Team can find a better price, you'll receive an offer right away, but we will continue to look for up to 24 hours.
How do I get the best offer?
To get the best quotes from Quartzy, make sure you enter the price your lab typically pays for an item when submitting the request. An accurate price means the best savings! Enter your price in the request when it is first submitted and our Life Science Team will look for matches that can beat the price you would normally pay.
What are the shipping costs? Shipping speeds?
Standard Shipping is free on orders above $199. Fees may apply for items that require special handling (dry ice, hazardous items, etc.), but these will be clearly marked in the Cart. Similarly, shipping speeds will be marked on the offer as well so you can make an informed decision about whether you'd like to purchase from Quartzy.
Can I request expedited shipping?
Use the process outlined here to select expedited shipping: Expedited Shipping from Quartzy
If an item does not display an option to expedite, it may still be available! To request an expedited shipping method, email orders@quartzy.com with the item's Catalog # and Quote # before placing the order.
How do I purchase items from Quartzy?
If you see an offer you like, simply click the Buy From Quartzy button, and Quartzy will become the vendor for that request. Follow instructions on this page to review your payment options.
Why are the offers from Quartzy not always better than the prices we get with our institutional discounts?
The Quartzy Shop offers millions of products from top manufacturers and distributors. We do our best to offer unbeatable prices, but can't always beat the discounts available to you at your institution. If we can't beat your price, you may opt to purchase items from a supplier outside of Quartzy. Make sure to keep track of the request and order details for that purchase in your lab's Requests module to ensure proper record keeping, expense reporting, etc.
How do I select a different unit size?
You will sometimes have the option to select a different unit size within a quote, either side-by-side or by clicking See All Unit Sizes. This allows you to compare all the unit sizes we have available on any offer, including the price per unit of measure (e.g. price per liter), and the estimated lead time. Choose a different unit size and click Buy From Quartzy to accept the offer for your preferred unit size.
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