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		Allied Van Lines, the leader in quality relocations, under a competitively bid supplier agreement with Educational and Institutional Cooperative Services, Inc., (the nation's largest non-profit group purchasing association), extends the following service agreements: EMPLOYEE MOVES LAB RELOCATION PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIAL PRODUCTS TRANSPORTATION INTERNATIONAL MOVING TAX INFORMATION EMPLOYEE MOVES FACULTY, STAFF, STUDENT, ALUMNI AND RETIREE PREFERRED SUPPLIER RELOCATION BENEFIT PROGRAM As a member of E&I Cooperative, the nation's largest non-profit purchasing organization, your institution affiliates are eligible to take advantage of the following relocation services available through Allied Van Lines and NOR-CAL Moving Services. Household interstate relocation services at a discount of 55% to upwards of 65% off the tariff rates used by the major movers. Replacement value transit coverage up to $100,000.00 is included at no charge (based on $5/lb) - represents an additional savings of approximately 3-5%. The 10% seasonal rate surcharge (June - Oct.) allowed under the tariff used by all major van lines does NOT apply to your moves. Special discounted flat auto shipping rates. Direct billing for moves authorized by the University. Paying your own relocation expenses? All contract benefits apply! Preferential status by affiliation with this KEY ACCOUNT. The clout of more than 1,600 E&I member institutions behind you. (Example: Guaranteed pick-up dates and shorter delivery window guaranteed). As part of Allied's “Total Quality Alliance”, all upholstered pieces will be “stretch wrapped” in plastic for maximum protection in transit. A Certified Moving Consultant will be assigned to provide caring and professional guidance before, during and after your move. Home Buying & Selling and Mortgage Procurement Assistance click here>> Use referral code E&INC to receive cash back benefits. Some state and/or institution specific restrictions may apply. Discounted local moving/storage rates available where allowed by law. Helpful Links: Find out helpful information about your new hometown. click here>> Relocation Tax Implication Information. click here>> For professional relocation assistance, contact us at NOR-CAL Moving toll free or via email: 1-800-543-4668 Darlene Bedel dbedel@nor-calmoving.com LAB RELOCATION PROJECT MANAGEMENT Some of the many services available are.... Air Ride Van Service as a Standard Option. Perishables shipping (Cryo Vans, Generator Vans or Overnight Air). Climate Control Van Service (crucial for sensitive equipment). Coordination of Hazmat shipping. Supply of specialized packing materials and transportation equipment. Professional packing service by experienced lab packing crews. Post move services: re-arranging, unpacking, & debris removal. Transportation, inside delivery and uncrating of new equipment. Replacement Value Transit Insurance Coverage. No cost value added services. No cost value added services.... Coordination with building personnel at origin and destination. Planning assistance including a “Lab Pre-Move Checklist.” Scheduling coordination including “The Relocation Calendar.” “Lab Staff Moving Instructions” designed specifically for your project. Color coded tagging system designed for quick accurate placement of goods, (minimizing lab “down time” ). Coordination and consolidation of household goods shipments to present the most organized and economical method of relocation for you, your family and your staff. For professional relocation assistance, contact us at NOR-CAL Moving toll free or via email: 1-800-543-4668 Darlene Bedel dbedel@nor-calmoving.com SPECIAL PRODUCTS TRANSPORTATION Commercial commodities Laboratory Equipment Electronics, Computers Exhibits and Displays Discounted dock to dock weight & mileage rates Special 300 lb. Minimum Rate (500 lb. Minimum Waived) For professional relocation assistance, contact us at NOR-CAL Moving toll free or via email: 1-800-543-4668 Darlene Bedel dbedel@nor-calmoving.com INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING Allied is the world's largest international freight forwarder Door to Door Service Air or Ocean Freight Storage Available Worldwide Service for Virtually Any Commodity Competitive Contract Rates Over 500 offices worldwide Web based tracking Helpful Links: For more general information on international moving, click here>> Information on international moving for hiring officers click here>> For information on clearing customs click here click here>> To track your international shipment click here>> For professional relocation assistance, contact us at NOR-CAL Moving toll free or via email: 1-800-543-4668 Darlene Bedel dbedel@nor-calmoving.com TAX IMPLICATION RELOCATION EXPENSES FOR FACULTY AND STAFF The information below is provided as a guideline only. You should consult your own tax professional or your institutions legal or tax office to confirm specific institutions, federal, state and local regulations. Tax implications when relocation expenses are paid directly to a service provider on the employees behalf or reimbursed to an employee 1) Reimbursement Reported as Additional Income - Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires the institution to report any reimbursement and advances associated with the move that are not in accordance to IRS guidelines as additional compensation income to the employee, subject to payroll taxes. a) Additional reimbursements and advances if allowed and paid by the institution that must be reported as additional income, include but are not limited to the following: i) House-hunting expenses ii) Temporary living expenses (1) All temporary living expenses are tax reportable, except for the day of departure from the old residence and the day of arrival in the new location iii) Same-sex domestic partner moving expenses iv) En route meals v) Vehicle allowance over IRS approved mileage rate per moving vi) Storage of household goods over 30 days vii)Expenses for return trips to the employee's former residence 2) Reimbursement Not Tax-Reported as Additional Income - Reimbursements and advances of "qualified moving expenses" are not tax reportable as additional income. These reimbursements are reported as information only. IRS guidelines identify the following criteria for "qualified moving expenses". a) The Job is: i) A new Job for the person being moved ii) Full-time iii) Expected to last 9 months if a new employee, or 12 months if a relocation an existing employee iv) At least 50 miles farther from the old residence than the old job was from the old residence b) Qualified/Deductible Moving Expense includes reasonable costs for: i) Moving household goods and personal effects. - All or part of the actual and reasonable expenses of moving the household goods of a new employee may be reimbursed (1) Qualified Moving Expenses: (a) The actual cost of packing, crating, transporting, unpacking and uncrating household effects (b) Costs incurred for moves to and from storage (c) Storage Costs TAX NOTE: (d) Costs connecting and disconnecting household equipment (e) "All risk" replacement cost insurance (which should be arranged through the shipping agent or carrier) (f) Household pets (g) En route expenses (applicable IRS mileage rate for moving) including lodging but not meals (h) Storage of household goods for up to 30 days (2) Non-qualified/Non-deductible Moving Expenses: (a) Storage charges other than for goods and effects in transit (b) Costs incurred in the acquisition of property (c) Costs incurred in the disposition of property (d) Penalties for breaking leases (e) Mortgage penalties (f) Costs of refitting rugs or draperies (g) Club dues, tuition dues and similar fees that have not expired at the former place of residence (i) TAX NOTE: Reimbursements received for nondeductible expenses are treated as additional income. (c) The Individual's whose expenses qualify are: i) A new employee or current employee transferring to a qualified job ii) Members of the employee's household as defined by the IRS (The IRS does not recognize a domestic partner as a member of the employee's household. Therefore reimbursements will be taxable. 3) Moving of laboratories - Moving of laboratory supplies and equipment is a business expense, not subject to IRS reporting. Further information about tax reporting of moving expenses may be obtained from the IRS website at Publication #521: Moving Expenses. click here>> For professional relocation assistance, contact us at NOR-CAL Moving toll free or via email: 1-800-543-4668 Darlene Bedel dbedel@nor-calmoving.com Nor-Cal Moving and Storage Solutions is a woman-owned minority entity.

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