How to purchase with a Purchase Order (PO)

This article covers how to purchase a BioRender subscription with a Purchase Order (PO), including who qualifies, what information is required, and what to expect after submitting your PO.

What is a PO?

A purchase order, or PO, is an official document issued by a buyer committing to pay the seller (i.e. BioRender) for the sale of a product/service.

The advantage to the buyer is the ability to place an order without immediate payment. With a PO, we are able to activate your subscription while the payment is being processed. BioRender’s net payment term is thirty (30) days from the date of the invoice, therefore, if a PO is provided, you are able to access BioRender Premium, while your institution is processing the invoice.

Steps to purchase with a PO

1. Verify eligibility for PO payment
   • Purchase Orders are accepted for the following annual subscriptions only:
     • 1 or more Academic Individual subscriptions
     • 1 or more Academic Lab subscriptions
     • Any Industry license (individual or team)
   • Note: Monthly and Student subscriptions require payment by credit card only. 
2. Prepare the required information for PO submission
   • Ensure your PO includes:
     • A purchase order number and date of issue
     • The name and email of the buyer or purchasing department contact
     • The name(s) and BioRender email(s) of the end-users, or quote number
     • Our billing address and your institution's billing address
     • Correct pricing in USD
     • An official letterhead or signature
     • A net payment term of 30 days or less
3. Note: The primary license holder must have a BioRender account, or create one, before we can process the Premium upgrade.
4. Submit the PO. 
   • Once your PO is complete, email it to AR@biorender.com along with your tax exemption certificate, if applicable.

What’s next

After submitting your PO to AR@biorender.com:

• Allow 24-48 hours for processing.
• Once processed, you will receive an activation email with instructions on accessing your Premium license.
• An invoice will also be sent to your institution for payment.

Related articles

• Requesting a quote for a BioRender premium license
• Paying by invoice for BioRender Subscriptions
• Upgrading your BioRender account

Need help?

1. Email: support@biorender.com
2. Live Chat: Available by clicking on the "Help" bubble in the app on the bottom right-hand corner.