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Bio-Link Depot - Oakland - 9235 San Leandro St
Bio-Link Depot
Drop-off by arrangement only for more than 35 boxes/3 or more pallets.
Teachers by appt Tu, W, Th 11-4
We give unneeded lab supplies (consumables) and equipment a new life at middle schools, high schools, colleges, and universities. The Depot accepts donations of science lab supplies at our SFO location and dispenses them free to teachers (including homeschool) at regular Open House event and new Public Science Sales. Timing of free pick up depends on the volume of donation. Materials available to educators on free ticketed Open Houses. Sign-up on the website for notification. Call to inquire regarding premier research equipment that may need repairs. Repair volunteers are needed at Bio-Link. Pick up by special arrangement (no truck). Appointments can be scheduled online, via our website, to visit the Depot on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 11am-4pm. Teachers, click below to schedule an appointment.
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Lab Equipment | Consumables (ex.pipette tips, filtration products, microplates, microscope slides, specialty glass, plastic bottles/vials) & Equipment in working order. Lab benches and chairs. |
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Lab Glassware - Working |
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Lab Plastics - New/Unused |
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Lab Plastics - Used | Clean, working condition |
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Microscopes & Accessories - Non-working | Working condition. From school microscopes to SEM's. |
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School/Office Supplies - Working | Offers Science Lab equipment to K-12 and university schools, teachers, and programs at no cost. Donations from Bay Area labs of school science supplies accepted. |
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Single-use Personal Protective Equipment | Lab shoe covers, coveralls, gloves, face shields, and lab coats |
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