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A Publication Featuring The Information Services Technology of Maine State Government
| Volume V, Issue 8 | August 2002 |
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Maine law (Title 5 Section 20) allows employees to purchase property – including personal computers (PCs) - that was used in the course of employment (as primary user) IF that property is not needed by that, or any other department, and if no hardship is created within the agency. The sale price must reflect fair market value.
It is true that three to four year old computers are sold at low prices by Surplus Property, but newer PCs would require a higher price. Once the price is determined, most individuals decide to purchase a new machine that has a warranty. Also, any machine that is on Service Level Agreement must be "bought out" from the Bureau of Information Services before it can be sold. This usually increases the amount necessary to purchase the computer. No software can be transferred to the employee.
Please contact your supervisor or manager for further information.
