Procurement and Contract Services

Fraudulent requests

Vancouver Island University’s name has been used in a fraudulent effort to seek quotes, responses and deliveries of equipment to non-VIU locations. We ask all of our suppliers to confirm verbally with our Procurement staff, should they receive such requests. Suppliers should only respond to quote requests from VIU’s domain Bidding@viu.ca or requests directly posted on the BC Bid website. Only purchase orders from Procurement staff with the domain ending as “viu.ca” should be fulfilled. Thank you for your cooperation.   

What we can do for you

We are your central source for the procurement of goods and services as well as contract activities. Our objective is to provide you the best "value" while reducing cost and risk for VIU. We also process Purchase Requisitions, administer Purchasing Cards, and manage programs such as stationery supplies and disposal of surplus goods.

Where we are

We are located in Building 300 in the Finance area, Nanaimo Campus.

Procurement services and Related Enquiries 

Email: ProcurementServices@viu.ca

For information on how to use the Financial Information System (i.e. generate Purchase Requisitions, Task Management, Enquiries, etc.) see FIS Procurement training.

Contract Services and Related Enquiries

Email: ContractServices@viu.ca  

Who we are

We are a team of passionate people who provide professional advice for all of your procurement and contracting requirements - be it simple to complex sourcing initiatives for required goods and services, market evaluation, cost analysis, issuance of a Purchasing Card, assistance with contract reviews, negotiations, or managing your contracts and your Suppliers.