#  How to Get Started 

 



1\. Check under [Services and Fees](/.fees.htm.) to find out if we provide the type of service you would like to request

2\. Download the GMF [Service Request Form](/file_url/96) (SRF), fill in all relevant information, and obtain signature by the PI, or the person with fiscal authority. The following information is essential:

- 33-digit account for Harvard investigators
- A PO # for all investigators from Harvard-affiliated hospitals and schools and other institutions
- The vendor code for Harvard is: 00000002
- Please send a copy of the PO with your Service Request Form. If you have questions regarding PO creation for the GMF, please contact - Please send a copy of the PO with your Service Requst Form. If you have questions regarding PO creaton for the GMF, please contact [Frank Costanzo](mailto:fcostanzo@mcb.harvard.edu) in the office of GMF  
    in the office of GMF

3\. Submit signed form to GMF as follows:

- by email: <GMFmail@fas.harvard.edu>

4\. After submitting a service request, you'll receive a confirmation together with a unique Service ID#, which you will use for all future communication

5\. GMF staff will then contact you to provide a tentative schedule for initiation of the service

6\. For inquries concerning technical details contact the GMF at <GMFmail@fas.harvard.edu>

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