Purchasing
The Purchasing Department provides ongoing purchasing services and support for 38 school sites through an on-line order entry system. In addition to these services we provide Education Centre reception for visitors and we are the central hub for mail delivery to all of our schools. The goal of the Purchasing Department is to provide efficient and timely purchasing services, that maximize the Board's resources and promote its instruction to students. To fulfill its mission, the Purchasing Department seeks to attain the following goals:
- Acquire all equipment, supplies, and services, consistent with the quality, quantity, and delivery requirements of the Board.
- Strive to obtain the maximum value for each dollar expended, utilizing open competition and impartial evaluation of alternate products.
- Assist staff by providing product information, locating sources of supply, and explaining procurement options.
- Foster fair, ethical, and legal trade practices, that develop a strong vendor community and promote public trust in the Board.
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Develop and implement operational procedures that provide the highest level of service.
Purchasing Department Directory
To contact a staff member, please call the switchboard at(705)748-4861 or 1(800)461-8009 and ask for the extension.
| Superintendent of Business and Finance |
Grace, Isabel Ext. 246, Fax 748-9734 |
| Manager of Purchasing, Planning and Facility Administration |
MacPhee, Stephen Ext. 234, Fax 748-4293 |
| Secretary of Purchasing |
King, Bev Ext. 238, Fax 748-4293 |
| Clerk Receptionist |
Gleeson, Mary Jane Ext. 0, Fax 748-9734 |
| Mail Clerk |
Goodwin, Eileen Ext. 256, Fax 748-9734 |