Standard checkout is designed for straightforward individual purchases. Larger or operationally complex orders may require availability, shipping, purchasing, and organizational details that should be confirmed in writing.
Submitting an inquiry is not an order and does not reserve inventory. Pricing, availability, shipping, tax treatment, and timing are not final until MERDI confirms them.
When to use the bulk-order pathway
- A school, district, college, university, library, or education program needs multiple copies.
- Your organization uses a purchase order, vendor onboarding, or tax-exempt process.
- The order has a deadline, multiple locations, or special delivery requirements.
- You are a publisher, distributor, or reseller seeking business information.
- An international destination requires confirmation before purchase.
Information to include
| Required detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Organization and role | Identifies the buyer and decision context |
| Estimated quantity | Supports availability and fulfillment review |
| Destination | Supports shipping and international review |
| Required date | Clarifies whether timing can be evaluated |
| Purchasing requirements | Surfaces PO, vendor, tax, or documentation needs |
| Intended use | Routes educational questions appropriately |
What happens next
- Submit a complete inquiry through MERDI’s contact form.
- MERDI reviews the request and may ask for clarification.
- Availability, order route, pricing, shipping, and documentation are confirmed when applicable.
- Proceed only through the purchasing instructions supplied for the confirmed request.
Frequently asked questions
What quantity counts as a bulk order?
The site directs orders of seven or more copies to the inquiry pathway. Smaller organizational orders may also need an inquiry if they involve purchase orders, exemptions, or special requirements.
Does the inquiry form guarantee a discount?
No. It begins a review. Any pricing, discount, availability, shipping, or terms must be confirmed by MERDI.
Can international institutions request bulk information?
Yes. Include the country, destination, quantity, timeline, and purchasing requirements so MERDI can determine the appropriate route.