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Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service
Federal procurement support for businesses
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : April 10, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Procurement Assistance Canada offers free support to help businesses better understand federal procurement. It includes resources, seminars, and personalized coaching for businesses with limited success bidding on federal opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : April 10, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Startups
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Understanding the federal procurement process.
- Preparing to sell to the Government of Canada.
- Searching for suitable opportunities.
- Submitting compliant bids.
- One-on-one procurement coaching.
Documents Needed
- Procurement Business Number (PBN), if available.
- SAP Ariba registration, if applicable.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses owned or managed by equity-deserving groups.
- Businesses with limited success on federal bids.
- Businesses intending to bid on future federal tenders.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses that mainly use professional services procurement systems.
- Directory of linguistic services suppliers.
- SELECT construction, engineering and architecture suppliers.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Fit with the coaching service’s target businesses.
- Limited success in past federal bidding.
- Basic knowledge of federal procurement.
- Intention to bid on future federal tenders.
How to apply
1
Training and Familiarization
- Attend a seminar or event on selling to governments to understand the federal procurement process.
- Familiarize yourself with the resources available to assist in selling goods and services to the government.
2
Prepare Your Business
- Understand the registration process to obtain a business number for procurements.
- Gather the necessary documents that describe the company's ability to supply goods and services to the government.
3
Research Opportunities
- Learn how to search for opportunities suitable for your business through government platforms.
- Use the available tools to identify potential contracts that your business can bid on.
4
Prepare the Submission
- Submission Write a bid following the requirements and criteria indicated in the tender document.
- Ensure that all submission criteria are met to maximize the chances of success.
5
Submit the Offer
- Submit the bid through the electronic bidding system or according to the terms specified in the tender.
- Check that all necessary information has been included and that the submission meets the deadlines.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for eligibility.
- Eligible businesses are matched with a coach based on language preference and availability.
- Coaching is delivered remotely over several weeks.
- Participation does not guarantee a contract.
Additional information
- Procurement Assistance Canada offers free seminars, resources and personalized assistance.
- Support is provided through a national InfoLine and regional offices across Canada.
- A procurement coaching service is available for equity-deserving businesses with limited bidding success.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service Program
What is the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service?
Procurement Assistance Canada offers free support to help businesses better understand federal procurement. It includes resources, seminars, and personalized coaching for businesses with limited success bidding on federal opportunities.
Who is eligible for the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service program?
To be eligible for the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service program, you must:
At least 51% equity-deserving ownership or management.
Limited success on federal bids.
PBN or SAP Ariba registration.
What expenses are eligible under Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service?
Understanding the federal procurement process.
Preparing to sell to the Government of Canada.
Searching for suitable opportunities.
Submitting compliant bids.
One-on-one procurement coaching.
Who can I contact for more information about the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service?
You can contact Public Services and Procurement Canada.
Where is the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service available?
The Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service program is available across Canada.
Is the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service?
Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service is funded by Public Services and Procurement Canada