Document Delivery Service (DDS)

DDS Services and Fees for:

• Academic Senate and Academic Federation Members
• UC Davis Students and Staff
• Licensed Health Care Providers

Request Processing

Requests are usually processed within one (1) business day of receipt.

Every attempt will be made to fill all orders, but delivery cannot be guaranteed since materials are occasionally in use or missing. Requesters will be notified of delays. Requests must comply with current United States copyright law.

Rush Orders

It is possible for us to place rush orders; please use this option judiciously. We cannot guarantee that lenders will provide rush delivery. You must phone the appropriate Health Sciences Libraries ILL office to alert staff that you have submitted a rush request.

Rush requests noted "PATIENT CARE EMERGENCY" will be processed immediately. Please call the appropriate Health Sciences Libraries ILL office to alert staff of your request.

• Carlson Health Sciences Library (530) 752‑6379
• Blaisdell Medical Library (916) 734‑3529

Delivery Options

Electronic

Most DDS requests will be filled by providing an electronic copy, unless otherwise requested.

Electronic copies are posted to a UC Davis library server. When the item is available, the requester is sent an email with instructions, a web address where the copy is posted, and a unique number for accessing the electronic copy. The electronic copy will be available for 30 days or six (6) downloads.

Some requests may be supplied as photocopies, at the library's discretion.

Photocopy

Photocopies can be delivered via USPS, FedEx or FAX. For FAX delivery, FAX machines must be able to receive at all times.

Books

Books will be held for pick-up at the Circulation Desk of your home library for seven (7) days.

Registration

If fees apply, patrons must register for DDS before placing requests.

Register for DDS