SaskTenders
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
SK, Canada
Opportunities to sell to the Government of Saskatchewan
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- grant_single|closingDate May 17, 2024
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Other Support
Partnering and Collaboration
Grant and Funding
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- grant_single|allIndustries
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- Government of Saskatchewan
- Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement
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Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.
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The SaskTenders grant outlines specific activities that align with guiding public procurement processes in Saskatchewan. These activities are designed to assist public entities in conducting procurements through a detailed and structured approach.
- Identification and definition of procurement needs and challenges.
- Selection of appropriate procurement approaches to achieve best value.
- Conducting competitive procurement processes in a transparent manner.
- Evaluation of bids based on established criteria and processes.
- Awarding supplier contracts post-evaluation and approval processes.
- Providing debriefing opportunities to suppliers to maintain transparency.
- Management of contracts to ensure compliance and fulfillment of terms.
- Ensuring adherence to government policies and trade agreements in procurement.
- Implementation of flexible and consistent procurement strategies.
- Engagement with suppliers for meaningful consultation and mutual understanding.
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$ 20,000
Upgrade procurement process for public contracting for community projects
$ 14,000
Enhance supplier debriefing practices for educational service contracts
$ 15,000
Develop a transparent procurement process for local food supply
$ 18,000
Optimize procurement strategy for healthcare supplies
$ 18,000
Implement new risk management framework for construction contracts
$ 15,000
Streamline evaluation processes for green energy suppliers
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Eligibility for participating in procurement processes as outlined in the guide is determined by adherence to specified standards and policies.
- The applicant must adhere to the open, transparent, and fair processes established by the Government of Saskatchewan.
- The applicant must comply with all applicable laws, trade, and policy obligations.
- The applicant must avoid conflicts of interest as defined in the Conflict of Interest Policy.
- The applicant must respect trade obligations outlined in agreements such as the New West Partnership Trade Agreement (NWPTA) and the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA).
- The applicant must be willing to participate in fair and equitable debriefing and complaint/dispute resolution processes.
- The applicant must engage in ethical behavior, avoiding compromising actions or appearances of unethical conduct.
- The applicant must submit responses to procurement opportunities in compliance with specified deadlines and criteria.
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This document provides a framework for public entities conducting procurement in Saskatchewan. Therefore, those who can apply are specifically limited to government entities within Saskatchewan, including ministries, Crown corporations, boards, agencies, and commissions. Outside companies or individuals are not mentioned as applicants, indicating that external private entities may participate in the procurement process as vendors or suppliers, but they are not the primary applicants under this context.
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This procurement process is tailored specifically for public entities within the Government of Saskatchewan. Certain companies and industries are not applicable within this context based on the nature of public sector procurement procedures.
- Private sector companies and individuals looking to apply for grants.
- Non-governmental organizations not affiliated with the Government of Saskatchewan ministries, Crown corporations, boards, agencies, and commissions.
- International companies without a presence or registration in Saskatchewan or Canada.
- Entities barred by trade agreements or local regulations preventing government contract participation.
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The Procurement Guide outlines the approach and steps that public entities in Saskatchewan should follow to conduct their procurement activities. While it doesn't specify direct grant eligibility, it provides a process-oriented approach to ensure transparency, compliance, and best value in procurement.
- Follow a seven-step process for conducting public procurement, including needs identification, approach decision, competition, bid evaluation, award, supplier debriefing, and contract management.
- Consider technical specifications and performance specifications to define procurement needs efficiently.
- Use various procurement tools like Invitation to Tender, Request for Proposal, and Advanced Contract Award Notice to manage procurement depending on the complexity and need.
- Engage in contract management and ensure compliance with trade agreements and internal policies.
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This grant is available to companies based within the jurisdiction of the Government of Saskatchewan. The eligible locations are defined to support economic development within this specific Canadian province.
- All regions within the province of Saskatchewan, Canada.
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The evaluation and selection of procurement projects under the Procurement Guide involve specific criteria designed to ensure the best value for the Government of Saskatchewan.
- Quality and credibility of the proposal and work plan.
- Innovation, creativity, and originality demonstrated in the proposal.
- Suitability of the business solutions and outcomes proposed.
- Supplier experience, performance history, and demonstrated ability to successfully perform the contract, including service and support capacity.
- Delivery, deliverables, and performance commitments.
- Risk and compliance management, including safety practices and history.
- Environmental impact of the goods and services.
- Total cost of ownership, including purchase cost, maintenance, and operational expenses.
- Local knowledge and understanding of climatic, regulatory, and market conditions.
- Professional credentials and licensing as required by Saskatchewan's standards.
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This guide provides a comprehensive framework for public entities in Saskatchewan to conduct procurements, ensuring consistency, transparency, and compliance with trade agreements.
- The guide includes detailed steps for conducting a competitive procurement process, from need identification to contract management.
- Focuses on a "best value" approach, considering factors beyond total cost.
- Emphasizes the importance of early supplier engagement and consultations.
- Outlines various procurement tools like ITTs, RFPs, and RFIs.
- Provides guidance on handling specialized procurements such as emergency purchases.
- Requires public entities to follow ethics and conflict of interest policies.
- Includes procedures for supplier debriefing to promote transparency and improve future procurement processes.
- Highlights the need for compliance with multiple trade agreements like NWPTA and CFTA.
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