Welcome to Purchasing

Under the Business Services Division, the District's Purchasing Department strives to provide our students, staff, and community with the highest level of customer service. The department serves in the best interest of the District, ensuring that all procurement transactions are conducted in an ethical manner that builds public confidence and preserves the integrity of an open and fair acquisition process for all.

The Purchasing Department is responsible for purchasing all materials, equipment, and supplies. The department also oversees all contractual agreements that support and serve all of the District's locations. The ultimate goal of the department is to actively support all of the District's locations so that all students receive the highest quality form of education.

Department Contacts

• Richard Vazquez, Director - 310-972-6211
  • Email: vazquez.richard@tusd.org
• Mary Ellen Nobuhara, Senior 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 Specialist - 310-972-6216
  • Email: desvoigne.renee@tusd.org