About Purchasing Services

Purchasing Services is responsible for the acquisition of goods, services, capital construction projects and equipment for the City of Vaughan and Vaughan Public Libraries. Purchasing policies and procedures are determined by Purchasing Services, approved by Council and are mandatory for all City and Library departments.

Purchasing Services is divided into 2 divisions, Contract Services Division and Supplies and Services Division. The Contract Services Division is responsible for all Capital and construction related activities. The Supplies and Services Division is responsible for all supplies, services, information technology services and equipment, fleet vehicles and equipment necessary for the operation of the municipality.

Some examples of what Purchasing Services procures on our client’s behalf:
Supplies and services relating to the operation of the municipality
All capital construction and building renovation
Various professional consulting services
Fleet vehicles, heavy and light duty equipment
Telecommunication services and equipment
Computer hardware/software

Code of Ethics

Purchasing Services strives for the highest standard of ethical practice in all business relationships with suppliers/contractors. As such, we comply with the ethical codes of both the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) and the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP). The staff of Purchasing Services, in keeping with these codes of ethics, do not accept gratuities in any form.

Purchasing Services Location and Hours of Business

Purchasing Services is located at

City Hall
Level 100
2141 Major Mackenzie Drive
Vaughan
L6A 1T1

Our office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Appointments may be arranged from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Our main office number is (905)832-8555. When calling this number, you may listen to an up to date recording of current bid opportunities available to the public as well as bid award results.

Purchasing Policy

We believe in, and actively promote, an open, transparent, competitive environment that benefits the purchaser and the supplier. We purchase goods and services and construction related projects, capital equipment based on definitive specifications, quality of products and service, advantageous price and delivery practices, and value added features which enable City staff to deliver quality services to the residents of Vaughan in an efficient and cost effective manner.

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