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  • grant_single|noCondition
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  • grant_single|openingDateNovember 14, 2019
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Expert Advice
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  • grant_single|allIndustries
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  • Public Services and Procurement Canada
  • Government of Canada
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Want to understand how to sell to the Government of Canada? Access free seminars and webinars, or speak with an expert about the contracting process and how to find opportunities.

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The grant offers various resources and assistance to enable businesses to effectively participate in federal procurement by understanding the procurement process and preparing competitive bids.
  • Understanding the federal procurement process
  • Preparing to sell to the government
  • Searching for procurement opportunities
  • Preparing and submitting a bid
  • Attending workshops, seminars, and events related to procurement
  • Getting personalized assistance for the procurement process
  • Accessing free seminars and resources
  • Receiving advice and suggestions to improve tools and processes
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$7,500

Toronto
Conduct workshops and training for small businesses on preparing competitive bids

$8,000

Montreal
Hosting a conference on navigating the federal procurement process for local entrepreneurs

$7,000

Winnipeg
Provide personalized coaching on procurement bid preparations for Indigenous entrepreneurs

$7,000

Ottawa
Initiate a mentorship program connecting new entrepreneurs with experienced procurement specialists

$20,000

Vancouver
Develop an online platform to connect small businesses with federal procurement opportunities

$15,000

Calgary
Create a mobile application to simplify searching for government procurement opportunities

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Understand the federal procurement process and find resources available to support your business. Learn about personalized assistance to help you navigate the procurement system and register for a procurement business number.
  • Understand the federal procurement process
  • Prepare to sell to the government
  • Find suitable opportunities
  • Prepare and submit competitive bids
  • Attend seminars or business events
  • Get personalized assistance

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The eligible geographic zones for this grant are all regions within Canada. The grant is designed to support businesses across the entire country.
  • All provinces and territories in Canada

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  • Step 1: Understand the federal procurement process
  • Learn the basics of procurement to decide if selling to the government is suitable for your business.
  • Step 2: Discover how to prepare to sell to the government
  • Understand the requirements and necessary preparations to become a supplier for the government.
  • Step 3: Learn about searching for opportunities
  • Find opportunities that match your business offerings.
  • Step 4: Find an event
  • Attend free seminars or business events to learn about the procurement process and how to sell goods and services to the Government of Canada.
  • Step 5: Get assistance with procurement
  • Obtain personalized assistance to understand the federal procurement process and how to register for a procurement business number.

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  • The page was last modified on 2024-05-16.
  • There is a focus on promoting inclusivity and partnerships in procurement processes.
  • Procurement Assistance Canada is part of Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC).
  • There are services to help smaller and diverse businesses understand and participate in federal procurement.
  • Personalized assistance is available for businesses to understand federal procurement processes and to register for a procurement business number.
  • Free seminars and resources are offered for businesses.
  • Case studies are highlighted such as Indigenous firms becoming government suppliers and the impact of inclusivity in partnerships.
  • Efforts include advising policymakers on the concerns of smaller and diverse businesses.

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