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You are able to select Library Express Delivery (LEDS) for your Interlibrary loan (ILL) and UBorrow items for each request. They will be delivered to a designated LEDS drop-off location once they arrive at the library and are processed by the Resource Sharing team
In order to have materials delivered, you must already be registered for LEDS. To learn more about LEDS, visit the: Library Express Delivery Page.
Use the following anchor links to jump ahead in this FAQ:
LEDS in ILLiad Profile - Learn how to set LEDS as the default delivery option for ILL requests.
LEDS in ILL Request - Learn how to select LEDS delivery for individual ILL requests.
LEDS in UBorrow Request - Learn how to request each UBorrow be delivered via LEDS.
NOTE: Please allow for delays in delivery time based on holiday and weekend schedules.
Before you place your first ILL request, you will have to fill out your ILLiad profile. You can learn about registering at this FAQ: What information must be provided to register for Interlibrary Loan?
If you already have an account and need to update your profile, view this FAQ for instructions: How do I update my profile in ILLiad?
At the bottom of your profile page is a field called "Pickup Location," that has a drop-down menu with multiple locations listed, as shown below.
Select "Library Express Delivery" from the drop-down menu.
Finish by selecting "Submit Information," to update your desired delivery location in your profile.
Make sure that your department information in your ILLiad account and LEDS registration remains up-to-date to avoid delays in delivery.
NOTE: You will be asked to update your ILLiad profile annually. When you do, make sure to update your "Pickup Location" to the desired one every time.
You now have the option to select LEDS as your pickup option every time you place an ILL request for physical materials, such as books or theses.
At the bottom of the request form, there will be a checkbox option like the one shown above, with text next to it that reads: "I request this item be delivered to my departmental office via LEDS Office Delivery." Simply check this box to have the item delivered through LEDS.
If you need help submitting a UBorrow request, try viewing this FAQ: What is UBorrow?
Once you have selected a title and started filling out a "UBorrow Request" submission form you'll see a "Pickup Location" field with a drop-down menu, like shown below.
Select "Library Express Delivery" from the menu, and then select "Send Request."
If you would like to have LEDS pick up your items from the designated pickup locations, notify the LEDS staff by completing a LEDS Pick-Up form on the library website, linked below.
Last Reviewed: 7/3/2025