Purchasing

Welcome to Purchasing & Communication Services

Under the Administrative Services Division, the Purchasing & Communication Services Department provides our administration and schools with a highest level of customer service.  The department strives to serve the best interest of the District, ensuring that all transactions are conducted in an ethical manner that builds public confidence and preserves the integrity of an open and fair procurement process for all our suppliers and contractors.

The Purchasing & Communication Services Department is responsible for purchasing all supplies, equipment, and materials as well as contractual agreements to support all District sites and offices in obtaining the best quality and value for products and services. The ultimate goal of the department is to support our schools so that all students achieve and receive the highest quality education.

Department Contacts

The Purchasing Department is located next door to the Warehouse

• Richard Vazquez, Director - 310-972-6211
  • Email: vazquez.richard@tusd.org
• Diana Kean, Senior Buyer - 310-972-6215
  • Email: kean.diana@tusd.org
• Mary Ellen Nobuhara, Buyer - 310-972-6217
  • Email: nobuhara.maryellen@tusd.org
• Cynthia Rocha, Buyer - 310-972-6218
  • Email: rocha.cynthia@tusd.org
• Tammy Terashi, Purchasing Technician - 310-972-6214
  • Email: terashi.tammy@tusd.org
• Renee Des Voigne, Purchasing Technician - 310-972-6216
  • Email: desvoigne.renee@tusd.org

Assigned Buyer By Region

Additional Services