Locate the laboratory supply store at the university or research institution. All universities typically order chemicals from one, or a specific group of, vendors.
Determine how the order will be paid for. Most research groups will have an account set up at the laboratory supply store which will disperse funds to complete the order. These accounts are typically funded via grants by institutions such as the National Science Foundation. Consult with the private investigator of the laboratory group to determine funding sources.
Complete an order form with the laboratory supply store with the exact name of the chemicals, the product numbers and the quantity of each chemical. You must be authorized by the private investigator to order from the laboratory supply store and to use account funding. All chemical supply stores have their own order forms, so there is not a standard form.