Page 1532 - Week 05 - Thursday, 12 May 1994
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MR WOOD - the answer to Mr Cornwell's question is:
(1) In the past it has been Departmental policy to purchase photocopiers outright.
(2) A policy change in January 1994 now permits schools to enter into leasing arrangements for photocopiers where best value for money is achieved. However; I understand that most schools have chosen to purchase copiers.
(3) Schools now have two options for the replacement of photocopiers. They can now either purchase outright, or lease a suitable machine.
(4) Costs can vary, and depend on size of a machine, and over what period the lease
is taken.
(5) The lease price normally includes an agreed copy costs maintenance (fully inclusive of all parts), and consumables (excluding paper).
(6) There is no initial capital outlay. Administrative costs are also kept to a
minimum.
(7) Again, costs can vary depending on the size of the copier and what accessories are included.
(8) The annual costs vary depending on the size and life of the machine, and taking into account such things as annual maintenance agreements, cost of consumables, etc.
(9) Based on normal usage rates and taking into account the manufacturer's specifications, most machines last, on average, a maximum of five years.
(10) In the past schools have been advised of what machines are on Federal and State Government contracts and the schools have inspected and evaluated a range of copiers before making their recommendation for a specific machine.
(11) For the most part, all schools which have had photocopiers replaced this financial year have contributed $4,000 towards the cost.
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