Facilities, Infrastructure, Research IT, & Risk Management
The office of Facilities, Infrastructure, Research IT & Risk Management (FIRM) is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the facilities and infrastructure across Vanderbilt University (VU), Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), and off-campus locations that all School of Medicine Basic Sciences (SOM BS) occupy.
Work Orders for VU 
Chargeable Work Orders for VUMC
Trouble Tickets for VUMC
F.I.R.M provides comprehensive support for the S.O.M. Basic Sciences with a focus on the following areas:
- Renovations & Repairs: Ensuring the upkeep and enhancement of our physical spaces.
- Facility Renewals: Managing the long-term viability of facilities through proactive renewals and upgrades.
- Capital Assets: Overseeing the management of major building systems and infrastructure assets.
- Space Surveys: Conducting regular assessments to optimize space utilization and planning.
- Information Technology (IT): Supporting IT infrastructure that aligns with facility needs and operations.