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Ontario Tenders Portal
Access Ontario procurement opportunities online
Latest source updateLast Update: May 24, 2026Latest change: Training pages now show new 2026 session dates and direct registration links, with some supporting portal links also updated.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 24, 2026
Latest change: Training pages now show new 2026 session dates and direct registration links, with some supporting portal links also updated.
Ontario Tenders Portal training and links updated
The Ontario Tenders Portal content now reflects new 2026 webinar/session dates and direct registration links for supplier training. Supporting pages also show small shifts in portal and news-link references, while the core audience, program scope, and procurement guidance remain unchanged.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened June 1, 2022
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Other Education
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Selling goods and services to the Ontario government.
- Participating in open competitive procurements.
- Joining vendor of record arrangements.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario Public Service vendors
- Broader public sector buyers
- Non-OPS entities with access to vendor of record arrangements
Who is not eligible
- U.S. businesses may be restricted under the procurement policy, subject to exceptions.
Eligible expenses
The grant context focuses on enabling businesses and entities to effectively engage with the Government of Ontario through various procurement activities. Eligible activities revolve around becoming a vendor of record, managing government contracts, and fulfilling requirements for selling goods and services to governmental bodies.
- Registering as a new vendor to sell goods and services to the Ontario Public Service.
- Preparing and submitting bids for procurement opportunities through the Ontario Tenders Portal.
- Managing existing contracts and vendor profiles to ensure compliance and timely transaction processing.
- Participating in the Vendor Procurement Training programs to learn about procurement policies and bid submission processes.
- Accessing vendor of record arrangements and utilizing the benefits of enterprise-wide and multi-ministry procurement strategies.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Evaluation criteria are set out in the procurement documents.
- Mandatory and desirable requirements vary by bid.
- Weighting may be assigned to areas such as experience or product performance.
- Bids are evaluated on their content only.
How to apply
- Step 1: Register on the Ontario Tenders Portal
- Create a supplier account.
- Use the portal to access procurement opportunities.
- Step 2: Find opportunities
- Browse current bids and tenders online.
- Use search and UNSPSC codes to locate relevant opportunities.
- Step 3: Prepare your response
- Follow the procurement documents and complete the required responses.
- Submit the bid through the portal before the closing date.
- Step 4: After submission
- Monitor portal updates and respond to clarification questions if needed.
- Successful bidders are notified to execute the contract.
Processing and Agreement
- Bids are reviewed by ministry staff and may be approved by senior officers.
- Successful bidders are notified and must sign a contract.
- Unsuccessful bidders may request a debrief within 60 days.
- Complaints can be filed and receive formal review.
Additional information
- Ontario.ca Login access may be revoked for security or administrative reasons.
- The Ontario.ca Login account is deleted if no ministry program is linked within 60 days.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Tenders Portal Program
What is the Ontario Tenders Portal?
Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Tenders Portal program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Tenders Portal program, you must:
Tax compliant businesses
9-digit CRA number may be required
Security screening may apply
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Tenders Portal?
Selling goods and services to the Ontario government.
Participating in open competitive procurements.
Joining vendor of record arrangements.
Where is the Ontario Tenders Portal available?
The Ontario Tenders Portal program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Tenders Portal a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Tenders Portal is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Tenders Portal?
Ontario Tenders Portal is funded by BravoSolution, Government of Ontario