How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

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, Government of Canada

Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service

Q: What are Buyandsell.gc.ca — Procurement Assistance Canada Coaching Service's eligibility criterias?

Business must have had limited success in bidding on federal government opportunities. Business should be interested in selling goods or services to the Government of Canada. Targeted towards smaller and diverse businesses.

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Assistance for federal government opportunities bidding

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Expert Advice

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Government of Canada

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Receive one-on-one personalized assistance for your business who has had limited success bidding on federal government opportunities.

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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.

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$ 15,000

Organizing workshops for understanding federal procurement processes

$ 17,000

Training for indigenous business owners on government procurement

$ 20,000

Developing an online course for procurement training

$ 14,000

Holding seminars on federal procurement for small businesses

$ 12,000

Receiving one-on-one procurement assistance for a startup

$ 22,000

Creating a mentorship program for local SMEs on government procurement

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.