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Computer and Monitors Purchasing & Procurement

What ENERGY STAR Purchasing & Procurement resources does EPA offer?

ENERGY STAR Purchasing & Procurement resources include lists of qualifying products, key product criteria, drop-in procurement language and savings calculators. Organizations can use these resources to facilitate the procurement of energy-efficient ENERGY STAR products and prevent greenhouse gas emissions.

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Sample Procurement Language

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The following is an example of language you may wish to require in your upcoming contract:

The Vendor Must:
Provide new and repaired computers, monitors, and integrated computer-monitor systems that earn the ENERGY STAR and are configured properly for automatic energy-saving features, as per current ENERGY STAR specifications. The vendor shall provide customer support with respect to power management features, such that these features remain properly enabled and repaired if a malfunction occurs. The vendor is encouraged to visit www.energystar.gov for complete product specifications and an updated list of qualifying products.

Additional considerations for the procurement official:

  • You, or other individuals in your organization, may adjust the power management setting to conform to unique work patterns. If you have questions about activating or changing the sleep feature, refer to the owners' manual, call the manufacturer's help line, or visit www.energystar.gov/powermanagement.
  • If your business operates on a local area network (LAN), be sure to specify that the power management feature on your computer is compatible with the existing network system.