Cost - Per submitted request, the cost is $100.00 for distribution costs and $50.00 for each strain. Strains are prepared on filter paper in foil packets to ensure safe and sterile delivery to you.

Shipping and Timing - The timing for shipments is 2 weeks to (possibly) a few months after the completed UBMTA is completed by both institutions. Most strains can be revived and prepared quickly and can be shipped out within 2 weeks of the paperwork’s completion. However, some strains require special growth conditions which can drastically change timing. Once the strain is viable and ready to be prepared for shipment, you will receive an email with an invoice and instructions for providing payment. Payments may be made using our Wire/Automated clearinghouse (ACH) process to assure your strains are not held up. POs are not available at this time. We can also accept paper checks if ACH is not an option, but shipment will not be made until the check has been received.

Shipping is included in the cost and will include a tracking number. We reserve the right to decide carrier and shipping method, but if your institution has special requirements, please be sure to note these in the “notes” field of your request.

To request strains, please proceed to the strain page to select the strains through many search options (publications, species, etc).