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CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF)
Discover opportunities with governments around the world
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
The Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF), funded by the Government of Canada, is a free online platform that enables Canadian businesses to search and access over 5,000 new public sector bid opportunities daily with foreign governments. The tool supports Canadian companies of all sizes in identifying and pursuing international procurement opportunities across sectors such as aerospace, clean technologies, infrastructure, ICT, and more; there is no direct funding amount provided through this program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop an online presence
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2021
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
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- International Activities
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Global Bid Opportunity Finder is designed to help Canadian businesses identify and pursue public sector procurement opportunities globally. Eligible activities involve utilizing this tool to expand market presence and enhance bidding capabilities.
- Searching for public sector bid opportunities in over 200 jurisdictions.
- Filtering opportunities by sector, location, notice type, and close date.
- Collaborating with team members by saving and sharing search results.
- Setting up alerts and notifications for new opportunities that match business interests.
- Engaging with opportunities in diverse sectors such as aerospace, ICT, and clean technologies.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian businesses of any size
- Companies operating in aerospace
- Companies in clean technologies
- Businesses in resources and infrastructure
- Companies in ICT (Information and Communication Technologies)
Eligible geographic areas
This grant provides access to global bid opportunities but does not specify geographical eligibility based on company location. It is focused on Canadian businesses seeking international government contracts.
Additional information
- The Global Bid Opportunity Finder is continuously updated with over 5,000 new opportunities added daily.
- It provides access to opportunities sourced from more than 40 procurement portals worldwide.
- Users can save their search filters and opt to receive daily or weekly email notifications for relevant new bid opportunities.
- The platform allows sharing of search results and saved tenders with colleagues for collaborative business development.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF)?
The Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF), funded by the Government of Canada, is a free online platform that enables Canadian businesses to search and access over 5,000 new public sector bid opportunities daily with foreign governments. The tool supports Canadian companies of all sizes in identifying and pursuing international procurement opportunities across sectors such as aerospace, clean technologies, infrastructure, ICT, and more; there is no direct funding amount provided through this program.
Who is eligible for the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF) program?
To be eligible for the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF) program, you must:
The tool is exclusively available to Canadian businesses.
Open to companies of any size looking to engage in international markets.
What expenses are eligible under CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF)?
The Global Bid Opportunity Finder is designed to help Canadian businesses identify and pursue public sector procurement opportunities globally. Eligible activities involve utilizing this tool to expand market presence and enhance bidding capabilities. Searching for public sector bid opportunities in over 200 jurisdictions.
Filtering opportunities by sector, location, notice type, and close date.
Collaborating with team members by saving and sharing search results.
Setting up alerts and notifications for new opportunities that match business interests.
Engaging with opportunities in diverse sectors such as aerospace, ICT, and clean technologies.
Who can I contact for more information about the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF)?
You can contact Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC).
Where is the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF) available?
The CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF) program is available across Canada.
Is the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF)?
CCC — Global Bid Opportunity Finder (GBOF) is funded by Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC), Government of Canada