Purchasing and Custodial Office

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Welcome to the Purchasing and Custodial Office (PCO)!

At the heart of Ateneo de Zamboanga University’s operations is our commitment to integrity, efficiency, and service. The PCO plays a vital role in ensuring that supplies, equipment, and services are procured responsibly and safeguarded properly to support the university’s academic and institutional needs.

Who We Are

The Purchasing and Custodial Office (PCO) is a central service unit under the Office of the Vice President for Administration. Our mandate is to manage the procurement, inventory, distribution, and disposal of university property across all campuses, in line with national standards and university policies.

Vision

To be a proactive and reliable partner in advancing the university’s mission through efficient, ethical, and responsive procurement and custodial systems.

 

Mission

• To deliver timely, transparent, and cost-effective procurement of goods and services
• To manage university property with integrity and accountability
• To support operations and academic delivery through professional custodial services
• To uphold the values of Jesuit service, stewardship, and simplicity

 

Mission & Spirituality in Service

As a Jesuit institution, our work at the PCO is deeply rooted in Ignatian values. We strive to embody:

  • Cura Personalis (Care for the Whole Person): By serving each unit with compassion and attentiveness
  • Magis: Seeking the better way, always improving systems and service
  • Integrity and Transparency: In every transaction and process
  • Solidarity: Supporting all sectors of the university community in mission and service

 

Meet our Staff

Christine V Calunod

Director

Marissa E Rio

Procurement Officer

Rowel F Reyes

Inventory and Supplies Officer

Jerico G Fernandez

Secretary / Office Staff

Joel L Diki

Risography Staff

John Griffin Soriño

Assistant Purchasers

Arvie A Barot

Warehouse Staff (Salvador Campus)

Marvin Jay S Areglado

Purchaser

Joseph Eudilla

Assistant Purchasers

Frederick O De Leon

Satellite Office Staff (Tumaga Campus)