[Al Skierkiewicz]

Ok first things first, the rules in section 8.3.5.1 is
The cost of items purchased in bulk or large quantities may be prorated on the basis of the
smallest commonly available unit that satisfies the need for the item.
o Example: A team purchases a 4' x 4' sheet of aluminum, but only uses a piece 10” x 10”
on their ROBOT. The team identifies a source that sells aluminum sheet in 1’ x1’ pieces.
The team may cost their part on the basis of a 1’ x 1’ piece, even though they cut the
piece from a larger bulk purchase. They do not have to account for the entire 4’ x 4’ bulk
purchase item.
So if and only if, the item is available in smaller quantity can you prorate and only based on the smaller quantity price. If you purchased the smallest quantity available then the entire price is listed on the BOM.

Be careful with exotic materials. If they require repairs at competition, and also require special handling during those repairs, you may not be able to make the repairs at competition. Such was the case with composite graphite fiber for ramps last year. If the repairs give off toxic fumes or dust then you cannot expose the public to these dangers and repairs will not be allowed. Even though the material may make it through the approval process using the flow chart at the back of Section 8, the special handling may not.