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200 W. Lake Street

Weekdays 7:30am - 4:00pm
3:00pm Deadline For Same-Day Shipping

The Shipping Department meticulously manages all outgoing parcels and freight originating from Colorado State University and beyond. Our expertise encompasses a comprehensive range of freight solutions, catering to diverse requirements. We adeptly handle intricate shipping scenarios, including but not limited to international shipments, customs clearance, assistance with hazardous materials shipping, and truckload/LTL freight services. Our commitment to precision ensures your shipments are managed seamlessly and efficiently, reflecting our dedication to providing a reliable and professional shipping experience.
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Carriers Arrive at 3:00pm Daily. Packages Must Be Here Before 3:00pm for Same-Day Service

Packages received at or after this deadline may be sent out the next business day based on workload.  Certain service levels (Ground) may not go out until the next business day.

Please contact Shipping about special deadline times for specific carriers if your package is urgent.  Large quantity or pallet shipments, please contact the Shipping Department in advance to ensure timely processing of your shipment.

Services We Offer


Shipping a package or freight can be a complicated process, and we are here to help you navigate it!  There are different options depending on how you are shipping your item and if it originates at CSU, or if it will originate somewhere else and come to CSU.  Choose from the options below.

Ship a Package

Transtream Multi-Carrier Shipping Software

Packages are typically small/medium/large boxes (maximum 150 lbs) and letters that are sent through carriers such as UPS, FedEx, USPS, and DHL. Transtream is a full-service multi-carrier shipping software and is the preferred system to use when shipping packages for departments at CSU. 

Transtream allows you to create an account, enter package details, rate your shipment, and create a barcoded shipping request that is applied to your box(es) so you can send them to the Shipping Desk for final processing and hand-off to the major carriers.

Ship a Package From CSU

Use Transtream to generate a Shipment Requisition and send your Domestic or International shipment from CSU Fort Collins.  All packages must be finalized at the Shipping Desk where the label is generated and handed over to the carriers (UPS, FedEx, USPS, DHL.)

Have a Collaborator or Vendor Send a Package to CSU Pre-Paid

Have a collaborator or vendor that needs to ship you a package here at CSU, and you’d like to pay for it using your Kuali Account #?  Use Transtream to generate a Return Label Requisition. We will e-mail the label to them and they can apply it and ship the package to you pre-paid.  (USPS services are not offered for Returns.)  This option is only available for Domestic shipments, and has limitations (such as a maximum $1000 in Declared Value).  

Carrier Account Numbers

We do not release carrier account numbers to CSU employees.  On occasion, we will provide this directly to your vendor or collaborator, however, Transtream’s Return Label Requisition can suffice for a majority of shipping requests.  If you need a carrier account number provided to your vendor or collaborator, please use this form to request this information be sent to them.  This is on an exception basis.

International Inbound Pre-Paid Shipments (Return Service)

We can facilitate providing information to your vendor or collaborator for international shipping on CSU’s account numbers billed to your Kuali Account Number.  The shipper is responsible for all customs documentation, transporting the goods to the carrier’s facility for shipping, and for filling out any required paperwork or documentation associated with the shipment.  We are unable to pre-prepare any documents on their/your behalf for these types of shipments due to customs laws and regulations.  Please visit our International Return Services page for more information and to get this process started.

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Freight Shipments

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Large Shipment (Freight) Services Available - Domestic or International

Freight shipments are those that are typically crated, palletized, oversized, overweight.  They ship via a large truck and can be from a pallet shipment to a full truckload.  This option is available for shipments originating at CSU or originating from a vendor or off-campus sender and returning to CSU.  Point-to-Point freight shipments are also available.  

To obtain a quote for freight services, please complete the Freight Service Request Form.  We utilize a variety of consolidated freight forwarders to obtain the best rates available and will help facilitate these transactions.

All freight requests must start with the Freight Service Request Form.  All international freight shipments must also be approved by Export Control via the International Shipping Checklist.  No international shipment will move forward until this approval is obtained. 

International Shipping

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International Shipments Require Special Attention and Prior Approval

International shipping, both small package/envelope and freight require pre-approval by CSU’s Export Control office via the International Shipping Checklist.  Additionally, certain countries require additional information such as Schedule B and EORI numbers (European Union countries for example).  It is the shipper’s responsibility to complete all necessary paperwork (usually electronic) and is responsible for addressing all customs questions or issues.

Visit our International Shipping page for more information and resources for shipping internationally.  

Shipping Supplies & Services

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Boxes, Peanuts, Bubbles, Labels, and More!

The Shipping Desk stocks a wide variety of shipping supplies such as boxes, peanuts, bubbles, labels, and more!  

We can also pack your box or shipment for you including crating and palletization services if needed.

To better serve your shipping needs, we carry a variety of boxes for purchase, as well as carrier supplied shipping boxes for express services (boxes, padded envelopes, tubes, etc.)  All carrier supplies are free and must be used with the branded carrier and for the correct service level noted on the box, tube or envelope.  

Visit our Shipping Supplies & Services page for more information and to order your supplies today!

Hazardous Materials & Dangerous Goods Shipping

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We Assist with Hazardous Materials & Dangerous Goods Shipping

The Shipping Desk personnel are here to assist you in shipping your Hazardous Materials (HazMat) or Dangerous Goods (DG).  If you are new to shipping Hazardous Materials & Dangerous Goods, feel free to come to our location and we are happy to walk you through the steps using our computer and FedEx Ship Manager to ship your HazMat and DG shipments.  

All persons shipping Dangerous Goods must hold a current valid DOT Dangerous Goods certification on file with Shipping & Receiving at CSU.  Contact Us for information about certification.

All Dangerous Goods sent under Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations must be physically brought to the Shipping Department by the shipper (200 West Lake Street, Central Receiving Building, Main Campus).   Upon arrival, the shipper will be required to complete all Dangerous Goods documentation electronically on our workstation.  The shipper must then sign all forms for the package to be processed and transferred to the carrier.

Express (Same Day) Courier Service

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Same Day Express Courier Services Are Available

If your department is in need of door to door same day service for your specialized shipment such as biological specimens, select agents and/or dangerous goods, the Shipping Department can facilitate this service for you.  

To receive same day pick up and delivery the shipment must be scheduled prior to 2:00pm.  To place an order, please call the Shipping Department at (970) 491-5347.  Items can be picked up directly from your department or you can drop them at the Shipping Department located on campus at 200 W. Lake Street.  

This service is provided by third party courier services and prices may vary depending on shipment destination and handling needs.

A Kuali account number and your Campus Delivery Code must be provided when placing the order for billing purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

No.  A Transtream Shipment Requisition is NOT required if you are already in possession of a pre-paid label.  It can be applied to the box and set out for your regular Central Receiving/Mail Services pickup or you can bring it to the Shipping Desk for delivery to the carrier.

Give us a call at (970) 491-5347 or send us an e-mail to shipping@colostate.edu with your questions and we’ll respond as fast as we can!

Location & Hours

200 W. Lake Street
Fort Collins, CO  80523-6011

(970) 491-5347
shipping@colostate.edu

Open Weekdays
7:30am to 4:00pm
Excluding University Holidays