What is Surplus Equipment?

PLS occasionally has technology equipment available for staff purchase through our Surplus Technology Equipment program. When items are removed from service and categorized as SURPLUS, they become eligible for purchase by staff or donation to nonprofits and schools.

SURPLUS items are equipment that still works and meets current system requirements – things like computers that support the most recent operating systems, tablets, and other functional technology.

How the Surplus Program Works

1. Equipment is prepared by the Technology department (factory reset, removed from our systems, etc.)
2. Items are retired in our accounting software and approved by the Board of Trustees at their monthly meeting
3. Once approved by the Board, SURPLUS items become available for staff purchase
4. Staff must sign an Equipment Release Form to complete the purchase

How to Purchase Surplus Equipment

To request surplus equipment:

1. Fill out an Equipment Release Form (available on The Exchange)
2. Submit the completed form to the Technology Executive Business Specialist (TEBS)