How do I place a request?

To request an item from Bobst Library Interlibrary loan, first create an account in Bobst's online interlibrary loan system by selecting First Time User on the Bobst ILL log-in page. You will use this account to place and track requests. Requests must be submitted through OCLC or the ILL Request System. We cannot accept telephone requests.

I've lost my ILL username or password. What should I do?

If you know your username, you may reset your password from the ILL Request System log in page at anytime. If you need help with your username, contact Bobst ILL during normal business hours. Please do not create another account, as it will delay the processing of your requests.

How much does it cost?

For North American libraries and non-profit institutions, Bobst charges $15 per transaction if billed through OCLC's IFM system, $25 per transaction for items requiring an invoice. Transactions for international libraries and non-profits are $30 per transaction, payable in U.S. funds. Charges may be waived for requests from international libraries without the ability to pay. Loans to for-profit institutions, both domestic and international, are $50 for standard service or $100 for rush (subject to approval). No copy charge to participants in the "Metro Free" photocopy program.

How long does it take?

We generally send material to the requesting library within twenty-four (24) hours of receiving the request. Items not housed within the Bobst general collection may take longer.

How will it be delivered?

We ship domestically via UPS, and request that our materials are returned by some similar shipping service that offers package tracking. For international shipments we use Priority Mail from the US Postal Service.

How should I return material to Bobst?

Please return material by any method which allows for package tracking. Please return to:

Material Loaned

The following types of materials are available through interlibrary loan:

• Books
• Dissertations
• Photocopies of Journal Articles
• Newspapers on Microfilm (5 reels per request)
  

Bobst Library Interlibrary loan staff has the authority to determine, on a case by case basis, items which are not suitable for interlibrary loan. These decisions are generally based on an item's physical condition. Bobst does not loan complete periodical issues, reference books, rare items, audio-visual material and some current year imprints on interlibrary loan. Exceptions to this policy are made for participants in the RLG SHARES program.

Contact Information

Requests for loan cannot be submitted over the telephone. Bobst library requires a written request, submitted through OCLC or the ILL Request System .

• FAX: 212-995-4071
• Odyssey: 128.122.149.75
• Ariel: 128.122.88.97
• OCLC: ZYU
• Mailing Address: Bobst Library ILL, 70 Washington Square South, New York, New York 10012