Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service

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.

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.