Creating an Apple Proposal

An Apple ID and password is required to generate a quote. If you do not have a login, refer to Creating an Apple ID and Password for complete instructions.

Follow these directions to create an Apple Proposal:

From your browser, navigate to the Division of Information Technology website and click the Getting Help link.
The IT Help Desk page is displayed. Click the Purchasing a Computer link.
The Purchasing a Computer page is displayed. Click the Create an Apple Proposal for Departmental Purchases link to begin the proposal process.
The Apple Login page is displayed. Type your Apple ID and Password in the designated fields and click the Sign In button.

Note: If you don't remember your password, click the Forgot Password button. Type your Apple ID at the prompt and click Next to select an authentication method for resetting your password.
Click the Apple Online Store link.
Select one of the recommended (standard) computers and click Buy Now. The Recommended System Details are displayed.
Click the Add to Cart button. The Cart is displayed.

Note: The AppleCare Protection Plan is required for all non-CRP computer purchases. Add the AppleCare Protection Plan to your cart if it was not added automatically.
Click the Send Proposal link.

Note: Purchase of non-standard computer models and Pcard computer/iPad purchases must be pre-approved by the Director of Enterprise Support. For additional information, please contact Andrea Tanner via email at atanner1@emich.edu.
Type the Proposer Information in the designated fields.
Click the Submit button..
Record the Proposal Number and Purchase Amount for your online requisition.