SLU Distribution Services

Saint Louis University's Department of Distribution Services serves as the primary receiving and distribution center for SLU's North and South campuses.

The department is responsible for collecting mail from the post offices and mail-drop locations around campus. This group also completes small office moves and bulk item deliveries, sets up outdoor events that are coordinated by Event Services, and picks up large recycling around campus.

The Department of Distribution Services is in Earhart Hall, which also houses a record-storage facility.

Before using any of the department's services, please submit a service request online.

Place a Service Order

Moves

After the move request has been approved, you will need to ask your department administrator to complete an ISD. Contact Sue Held or Mark Evans to obtain final costs.

Small Moves

Distribution Services can assist with small campuswide office moves. Review these guidelines (PDF) and submit a move request with all of the correct information. We will contact you for scheduling.

Large Moves

If you need to request assistance with a large move not related to a construction project, please contact Distribution Services at 314-977-2958. Distribution Services will review your request and the scope of work and provide you with a solution.

Furniture-Only Moves

For moves requiring only furniture, please submit a service request under Facilities Distribution.

Cubicle Walls

For cubicle wall removal/installation and removal of wall-attached desks, please follow these instructions. 

Record Storage

The record storage facility at Earhart Hall is available for departmental use. Those who wish to utilize the storage area must submit a work order request under the description "Records." In addition, please review the Record Storage Policy and Procedures to ensure proper record storage policy, including instructions on box sizes and labeling, is followed.

Proper usage of Earhart Hall’s Record Storage Facility requires each person or department to adhere to the following instructions before creating a work order. Failing to follow the specified instructions will prevent us from being able to pick up your boxes. 

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Mark Evans via email at mark.evans@slu.edu or call 314-977-2958 or Sue Held at sue.held.1@slu.edu or call 314-977-7179. 

Box Requirements

• Box size: Standard size 10x12x15 inch banker boxes only. Boxes may be of any color.
• Manila folders are allowed. No hanging file folders or binders, paper clips, binder clips, rubber bands or other supplies may be inside the boxes.

Label Requirements

The box label should be printed, or handwritten neatly, and securely attached to the front of the box on the top of the left or center side below the lid. 

Labels should contain three lines with the following information: a unique code assigned by the user; department or division name; destruction date for contents. For example, box one, stored March 2023, by Facilities, with a destroy date of March 1, 2029 would read: 

1. 0323D297Box1
2. Facilities – Construction Services
3. DD: 03/01/2029

Box Pickup

Submit a Facilities service request for record box pickup.

Requesting Stored Boxes

Submit a Facilities service request to obtain previously stored boxes.

Box Destruction

The warehouse will automatically destroy boxes once the date of destruction is reached at a cost of $6.00/box. You will receive a notice will when you have boxes that are reaching the destruction date. The department will receive an ISD (Internal Service Delivery) for destruction charges. 

Event Setup

To request tents, tables and chairs for outdoor events, contact Event Services at events@slu.edu or 314-977-6338.

Donating Furniture and the Furniture Reuse Program

If you have gently used furniture that you no longer need, the Department of Distribution Services can pick it up at no charge. Please submit a service request with the details of how many items will be picked up at collection time.

If you would like to visit our Community Property room to identify used furniture for your department, contact us at 314-977-2958 to schedule a walkthrough.

Recycling Pick-Up

The Department of Distribution Services can pick up unwanted electronics, including computers, monitors, laptops and TVs. To request e-recycling services, please submit a service request. Learn more about our electronic recycling program or see a full list of what can be recycled.

Locating a Package

If you are trying to locate a package, please call the appropriate receiving dock listed below with the name of your shipping carrier and tracking number. Please track your package to confirm that it has arrived at one of our receiving docks prior to calling.