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MDS Account Setup and Account Revision Form

Who is eligible: Our accounts are sales tax-free and are on a state contract with vendors for certain classes of customers (state university, government agencies, and public education).  Excluded parties are non-profits that do not fall in these classes, personal accounts, and businesses.  If you believe you qualify for an MDS account, you may request one here.

Please determine what type of payment you will use for your purchases. If you can't tell, please consult with your financial administrator or department chair.

Type 1: University Direct Funding (Shared Financial System, SFS)

If you are with UW-Madison, UW-Green Bay, UW-Parkside, UW-Platteville, UW-River Falls, UW-Eau Claire, UW-Milwaukee, or UW-Superior, this is the only type of account you may have.

Please fill out the following document, print, and return to MDS. You will need Adobe Reader 8 or later, Adobe Acrobat, or another PDF reader in order to view the document. If you cannot open the PDF, please contact our Customer Service department.

University Direct Funding PDF NEW!

To update the default funding on an existing MD number, use the MDS Default Funding Update application.

Type 2. Procurement Card or Monthly Invoicing

Not available for the schools listed under Type 1.

Please answer these questions and click Submit Request. The appropriate form will be emailed to you. All fields are required.