4.3.2.2 Requesting a Quotation

Microchip can provide quotations for license purchases using standard and nonstandard prices:
  • Standard price quotes: Users who need to generate a quotation copy for budgetary approval from their organization before purchasing the license can request a quotation with standard prices (list price is available on Microchip Direct).
  • Nonstandard price quotes: Users requiring a discounted price for a paid DirectCore IP or Libero license order for more than 10 licenses at a time can request a quote with a target price. These quotes are raised on an exception basis only.

To request a quote for standard or nonstandard prices, perform the following procedure:

  1. Sign in to Microchip Direct or Microchip Direct Quote Request.
  2. On the Request Large Volume Pricing menu, click Request Quote for Large Quantity.
  3. Provide the required information in the High-Volume Quote Request form.
  4. Click Submit Request.
  5. For updates on the status of your request, on the Request Large Volume Pricing menu, click Check Quote Status/Place Order or click Microchip Direct Quote Request.
    Important: If the status is Ready, it means the quote is approved.
  6. Validate the contents of the shopping cart and note the Quote Number, then apply the quote and proceed to Secure Checkout for payment. The following figure shows the part number and field where the quote is applied. After you apply quote number, the price changes to the discounted or approved price automatically.
    Figure 4-1. Shopping Cart View Before Applying Quote
    If the quote is approved for a discounted price, the pricing changes (compare the price in the following figure to the one above). Otherwise, the price does not change.
    Figure 4-2. Shopping Cart View After Applying Quote
  7. If you have a purchase order, use its number with your approved credit line and receive an invoice within 30 days. Verify the other payment methods allowed by Microchip Direct.