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Policies and Resources

BOCES 4 Science Kit Lease Policies

Billing and District Financial Commitment
Districts will be billed at the minimum of the kit order total that is submitted to BOCES 4 Science on or after July 1. This includes costs of kits, student science journals, shipping and administrative fees.

Any adjustments above the initial total will be due upon scheduling via a modified service agreement or cross contract. Any adjustments below the initial total will not be refunded as the initial order dictates materials ordering and a financial cost to BOCES 4 Science.

Kit Assessment and Inventory
Districts are responsible for checking kit inventory and materials upon delivery. Any missing/damaged parts must be reported to BOCES 4 Science within two weeks of the delivery date.

Kit Lease Resources

Investigations Supply Kit Purchase Policies

Payment Prior to Fulfillment Required
Investigations Supply Kits will not be shipped until a completed financial commitment from the district is received. This includes purchase orders, cross contracts and approved service agreements. BOCES 4 Science is unable to accept checks or credit cards.

Supply Kit Assessment and Inventory
Districts are responsible for checking supply kit inventory and materials upon delivery. Any missing/damaged parts must be reported to BOCES 4 Science within two weeks of the delivery date.

Pricing Commitment
Investigations Supply Kits information and pricing in this catalog are valid through Dec. 31, 2025. Orders received on Jan. 1, 2026 and later will be subject to potential price increases based on raw material market pricing.

Note: Investigations Supply Kits are a purchase and are not eligible for BOCES state aid.

Investigations Material Request Policies

Requests are subject to material availability. Materials required for Investigations Supply Kits take priority over a la carte purchase requests.
BOCES 4 Science is a collaborative science program service developed through a partnership among the BOCES in the Mid-Western New York State region. 
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