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  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Other Support
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Public administration
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  • Government of Canada
  • Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC)
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grant_card_status|open

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Fee-based program helping you win more international public sector contract opportunities through the creation of government to government (G2G) contracts with foreign government buyers.

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grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 120,000

Securing contracts with foreign governments for clean energy technologies

$ 150,000

Expanding health tech solutions to Middle Eastern government health sectors

$ 100,000

Facilitating international environmental consulting contracts for Canadian SMEs

$ 135,000

Developing partnerships with Latin American governments for sustainable agriculture solutions

$ 90,000

Promoting Canadian educational software in African educational institutions

$ 200,000

Establishing supply chains for Canadian biotech products in Asia

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Eligibility for the International Prime Contractor service is based on the company's experience and capacity to engage in large-scale international government contracts, as well as alignment with certain sectors.
  • The company must be a Canadian business.
  • The business should have experience selling internationally and selling directly to government buyers as a usual sales mode.
  • The sales lead should be relatively large (over $10 million) or potentially lead to a larger deal that will attract attention at senior levels of the buying government.
  • The company must have a growth strategy that prioritizes international sales.
  • The company should have local representation in the target markets.
  • The company needs to have the capacity and financial strength to pursue large deals.
  • The priority sectors generally include aerospace, clean technology, defence, infrastructure, and information and communications technology (ICT), but can also extend to other sectors like agriculture and health.

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The International Prime Contractor program is accessible to Canadian businesses with experience selling internationally, a mode of sales that includes direct sales to government buyers, and a sales lead of relatively large size, typically over $10 million.

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This grant supports Canadian businesses engaging in international government to government (G2G) contracts. The eligible projects are focused on large-scale, high-value sectors where Canadian companies can offer their expertise and products while enhancing international trade relationships.
  • Providing aerospace solutions for foreign government needs.
  • Developing defence systems tailored to international military requirements.
  • Advancing clean technology initiatives abroad.
  • Delivering information and communications technology (ICT) solutions to governmental entities.
  • Undertaking construction and infrastructure projects for international government contracts.
  • Supplying transportation solutions, including maritime services, to foreign governments.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

This grant is available to Canadian businesses with international sales experience and a focus on growing their export activities. The Canadian Commercial Corporation supports companies from various regions, aligning with Canada's progressive trade agenda.
  • Canadian businesses experienced in international sales.
  • Firms with significant project opportunities exceeding $10M in value.

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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:
  • Technical expertise to fulfill opportunities in the stated sector
  • Managerial capability to manage the business for the contract duration
  • Financial strength to handle the contract scope without undue risk
  • Compliance with integrity standards and completion of a compliance certificate

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Here are additional relevant details for the International Prime Contractor program:
  • The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) acts as the prime contractor, providing a Government of Canada guarantee of contract performance, which is a significant reassurance to international government buyers.
  • The program includes a rigorous due diligence process to evaluate the technical, managerial, and financial capabilities of the Canadian business, ensuring the business can fulfill the contract obligations.
  • G2G contracts facilitated by the CCC are well regarded by financial institutions, which may result in favorable financing terms for both the government buyers and the Canadian businesses involved.
  • CCC helps to mitigate risks related to political instability, corruption, and payment issues during contract execution.
  • The G2G approach encourages collaboration with the Government of Canada's diplomatic and trade networks to gain insights and facilitate successful contract outcomes.
  • There is an emphasis on adhering to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) best practices throughout project execution.
  • CCC facilitates advocacy and troubleshooting support throughout the contract term and beyond to ensure successful execution and follow-up opportunities.
  • Successful projects under the program often lead to further collaborations and strengthened trade relationships with foreign governments.

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1-613-996-0034

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