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 CCC — International Prime Contractor?

CCC — International Prime Contractor is funded by Government of Canada, Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC)

What are CCC — International Prime Contractor's eligibility criterias?

Must be a Canadian business with experience selling internationally. Must sell directly to government buyers with a sales lead over $10M or leading to larger deals. Must have the capacity and financial strength to pursue large deals.

CCC — International Prime Contractor

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Help Canadian businesses win more government business abroad

CCC — International Prime Contractor at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Other Support

Eligible Industries

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

Grant Providers

Government of Canada
Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC)

Program status

Open

Overview of the CCC — International Prime Contractor program

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.

Eligible projects & activities

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 200,000

Establishing supply chains for Canadian biotech products in Asia

$ 90,000

Promoting Canadian educational software in African educational institutions

$ 120,000

Securing contracts with foreign governments for clean energy technologies

$ 100,000

Facilitating international environmental consulting contracts for Canadian SMEs

$ 150,000

Expanding health tech solutions to Middle Eastern government health sectors

$ 135,000

Developing partnerships with Latin American governments for sustainable agriculture solutions

Eligibility criteria of the CCC — International Prime Contractor program

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.

Who is eligible?

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.

Eligible expenses

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.

Eligible geographic areas

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.

Eligibility criteria of the CCC — International Prime Contractor program

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

How to apply to the CCC — International Prime Contractor program

Preliminary Assessment

Ensure your business meets the eligibility criteria for the International Prime Contractor service, focusing on experience with international sales and substantial government contracts.
Confirm that your project aligns with the sectors prioritized by the program, such as aerospace, clean technology, and defence.

Submit a Business Overview

Prepare an overview of your international business opportunity, including size, sector, and strategic importance.
Contact the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) to present your business and potential project.

Due Diligence Process

Complete the due diligence questionnaire provided by CCC to assess your technical, managerial, and financial capabilities.
Undergo a compliance check to certify the integrity and readiness of your business for a G2G contract.

Engage in Proposal Development

Collaborate with the CCC to draft an unsolicited proposal to the target government buyer.
Leverage CCC's expertise in positioning and strengthening your proposal through government guarantees.

Contract Negotiation and Submission

Engage in negotiations for the G2G contract with the help of CCC acting as the prime contractor.
Submit the formal proposal and await confirmation of contract establishment.

Additional information

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.

Contact Government of Canada

1-613-996-0034

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