E6HAL-230009 RFI Socio-economic Catering

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)

Published: Jul 26, 2023

Updated: Aug 6, 2026

Source: CanadaBuys - Government of Canada

About This Opportunity

governance & public sector services in Canada: E6HAL-230009 RFI. Issued by Department of Public Works and Government Services. Submission deadline Sep 2026.

This is a services contract in the gender and inclusion, governance and public administration and trade and industry sectors. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 1, 2026.

Published through CanadaBuys - Government of Canada, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the gender and inclusion sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) intends to compile a list of underrepresented suppliers that can deliver catering services in the Atlantic Region. The list will be shared within federal departments and agencies in Atlantic Canada so that employees can use the list for their catering needs.
To be eligible to participate:
the principal place of business must be in Canada; your business must be owned by a member of an underrepresented group, which includes: women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community (as per Annex A: Supplier Diversity Program Forms); and be able to provide catering services in at least one of the four provinces in the Atlantic Region (New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador)
To submit the required information for this opportunity complete the form at the following link:
https: //forms-formulaires.alpha.canada.ca/en/id/cmer94nwg012fyr01artk8l6c

Once received, we will follow up to confirm if you are eligible.

Please be advised that inclusion on the list is not a guarantee that your business will be contacted to provide services.
For any questions or comments on this pilot project, please contact pwgsc.basatlantic-scaatlantiquetpsgc@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca.. UNSPSC: *Food and beverage industries
*Food and nutrition services
*Restaurants and catering
*Eating and drinking establishments
*Banquet and catering services
*Carryout and takeaway services (*73130000
*85150000
*90100000
*90101500
*90101600
*90101800). Method: Competitive - Open bidding. Selection: Not applicable. Trade Agreements: *None

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from CanadaBuys - Government of Canada and was originally published on July 26, 2023. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) has issued 1,537 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 358 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Trade & Commerce, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via CanadaBuys - Government of Canada. Most recent publication: August 6, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) in Canada. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Gender & Inclusion sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Canada. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit CanadaBuys - Government of Canada to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 1, 2026. You have 26 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.