Open
Doing Business with the Government — British Columbia
Last Update: March 4, 2026
British Columbia, Canada
Opportunities to sell to the Government of British Columbia
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Overview
Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Selling in a new market
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 100,000
Building a mobile app to improve patient health tracking and management
$ 250,000
Upgrading urban infrastructure for sustainable public transportation
$ 350,000
Developing a green building project focused on energy efficiency
$ 60,000
Initiating a training program for renewable energy technicians
$ 150,000
Implementing a digital platform for financial cooperative services
$ 200,000
Creating an innovation hub for tech startups
Eligibility
- Contractor and subcontractor personnel entering a BC government workplace for the provision of services under a government contract must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Who is eligible?
This section does not provide specific evaluation and selection criteria for projects related to the grant concerning doing business with the BC Government. It mainly provides resources and guidance for suppliers interested in engaging in procurement processes with the BC Government, rather than information about particular grants or selection criteria for funding projects.Who is not eligible
There are specific industries or types of companies that may not be eligible for this grant. For example, companies involved in tobacco production or those with significant environmental violations might not qualify.
- Tobacco companies
- Companies with significant environmental violations
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant.
- Costs directly related to the provision of services under a government contract
- Legal, fiscal, or other advisory fees related to the contract
- Costs for accommodations or arrangements specific to the contract provision
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Alignment with grant objectives
- Demonstrated need for funding
- Feasibility and sustainability of the proposed project
- Capacity to deliver the project effectively
- Potential impact on innovation and economic development
How to apply
1
Registration on BC Bid
- Visit the BC Procurement Resources website to access BC Bid.
- Follow the instructions in the BC Bid user guides to register as a supplier.
2
Understanding Government Processes
- Review the information available about the phases of government procurement.
- Consider reading more about the requirements for doing business with the government, including COVID-19 vaccination policies.
3
Preparing Your Submission
- Use the resources and guides provided on BC Procurement Resources to prepare your application and bidding documents thoroughly.
- Ensure that all contractor and subcontractor personnel are fully vaccinated and compliant with current health policies.
4
Submit Your Bid
- Log into your BC Bid account and follow the instructions to submit your bid for procurement opportunities advertised on the platform.
- Ensure that all your documents are complete and meet the government's requirements before submission.
5
Post-Submission
- Receive confirmation of submission, including details necessary to follow up with your application.
- Keep in contact with the Procurement Services Branch for any consultation or assistance required.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for suppliers working with BC government procurement:
- Suppliers are encouraged to consult the BC Bid user guides for instructions on registration and application usage.
- All personnel entering BC government workplaces must adhere to COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
- The core policies outlined in Chapter 6 of the Province's Core Policy and Procedures Manual and the associated Practice Standard take precedence over other guidelines.
- Suppliers should be aware that procurement processes may involve multiple phases.
- Suppliers can access further assistance or consultation through the Procurement Services Branch or the BC Bid Help Desk.
Contacts
procurement@gov.bc.ca
250-387-7300
