Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service
Last Update: July 22, 2025
Canada
Assistance for federal government opportunities bidding
Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Continuous Intakes
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- Public Services and Procurement Canada
- Government of Canada
Program status
Open
Overview of the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service program
Receive one-on-one personalized assistance for your business who has had limited success bidding on federal government opportunities.
Eligible projects & activities
The Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service aims to support smaller and diverse businesses in increasing their chances of success in federal government bidding processes. Eligible activities focus on enhancing business capabilities through targeted education and personalized assistance in procurement.
- Understanding and navigating the federal procurement process.
- Preparation to become a potential supplier for the government.
- Training on how to search and identify bidding opportunities suited to specific businesses.
- Guidance on bid preparation, submission, and fulfilling requirements.
- Participation in workshops and seminars focused on federal procurement education.
- Receiving one-on-one coaching and personalized procurement assistance.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 17,000
Training for indigenous business owners on government procurement
$ 15,000
Organizing workshops for understanding federal procurement processes
$ 14,000
Holding seminars on federal procurement for small businesses
$ 20,000
Developing an online course for procurement training
$ 22,000
Creating a mentorship program for local SMEs on government procurement
$ 12,000
Receiving one-on-one procurement assistance for a startup
Eligibility criteria of the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service program
The eligibility for receiving assistance with federal government bidding opportunities is based on the business profile and their engagement with the procurement process.
- The business must have shown an interest in selling goods and services to the Government of Canada.
- The business should have experienced limited success with past bidding on federal government opportunities.
- The company should be a smaller or diverse business interested in federal contracting opportunities.
- The business must be willing to participate in seminars and workshops offered by Procurement Assistance Canada.
Who is eligible?
This grant is specifically aimed at supporting smaller and diverse businesses that are interested in bidding on federal government opportunities but have had limited success. Procurement Assistance Canada provides various resources and personalized assistance to help businesses understand and navigate the federal procurement process, ultimately making it easier for these businesses to compete for government contracts.
Eligible expenses
The grant provides support to businesses seeking to improve their efficacy in the process of bidding for federal government contracts. The focus is primarily on equipping businesses with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate federal procurement procedures.
- Participation in workshops and seminars focused on understanding federal procurement processes.
- Personalized assistance for registering a procurement business number.
- Access to resources for learning how to prepare and submit bids effectively.
- Opportunities to participate in events aimed at connecting businesses with government procurement officials.
Eligible geographic areas
This procurement assistance service does not specify eligibility limited to certain geographical areas within its description. It is applicable to all businesses interested in bidding for federal government opportunities within Canada.
- All provinces in Canada.
- All territories in Canada.
Eligibility criteria of the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service program
Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. These criteria help assess the merit and eligibility of applications, ensuring that the most suitable businesses receive the assistance.
- Understanding of the federal procurement process
- Preparation to sell to the government
- Ability to find opportunities suited to your business
- Bid preparation and submission
- Fulfillment of bidding requirements
- Evaluation of bids and competitiveness
- Attendance at procurement-related events, workshops, and seminars
How to apply to the Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service program
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.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) services are designed to specifically assist smaller and diverse businesses aiming to enter the federal procurement market.
- Providing tailored guidance to help businesses understand and navigate the procurement process is a key feature of the available assistance.
- Workshops and events are held regularly to equip businesses with the necessary skills and insights for successful government procurement bidding.
- There is an emphasis on partnership and inclusivity, supporting Indigenous and other diverse businesses in participating as suppliers to the Government of Canada.
- The PAC advises government buyers on the needs and barriers faced by smaller businesses, contributing towards refining procurement policies and practices.
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