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IT Sales Tax Information in WA

Sometimes you may ask yourself why does Mendatech charge sales tax for some of our services and not for others? What are the State of Washington’s rules about IT services and Sales tax you might ask?

We’ve attached a download which is a state provided guide to help shed some light on the situation.

Here are a few items that we do not apply sales tax to:

  • Internet Programming Services – Website Design & Development
  • IT Training
  • Needs Assessment

Here are a few items that we do apply sales tax to:

  • Graphic Design
  • Computer Repair

A lot of the confusion results from the definition of “Tangible Property”. From the statutes that I have read on the issue it appears as though Washington State is not entirely consistent with their definition of Tangible Property. Hence, I am merely going to take my best educated guess and pay Uncle Sam what he asks.

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www.dor.wa.gov