E6HAL-230009 RFI Socio-economic Catering

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)
canadabuys Posted: July 26, 2023

Summary of Opportunity: E6HAL-230009 RFI Socio-economic Catering Purpose: The main purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to compile a list of underrepresented suppliers capable of delivering catering services in the Atlantic Region of Canada. This initiative aims to promote supplier diver...

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Due Date
September 1, 2026
(14 days left)
Solicitation #
WS4117399363

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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 [email protected].

Additional Information

Amendment Number

004

Contact Info Email

Contact Info Name

Andrews, Laura L (SPAC/PSPC)

Contracting Entity Name

Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)

Created

October 1, 2025

Is Public

true

Limited Tendering Reason

None

Organization Address City

Gatineau

Organization Country

Canada

Organization Address Line

11 Laurier St, Phase III, Place du Portage

Organization Address Postal Code

K1A 0S5

Organization Address Province

Quebec

Procurement Category

*SRV

Procurement Method

Competitive - Open bidding

Reference Number

WS4117399363-Doc4117431736

Regions Of Delivery

*Nova Scotia *Newfoundland and Labrador *Prince Edward Island *New Brunswick

Selection Criteria

Not applicable

Source

canadabuys

Source Record ID

WS4117399363-Doc4117431736_004

Source System

canadabuys

Status

open

Status En

Open

Summary Updated At

November 4, 2025

Tender Closing Date

September 1, 2026

Last Updated

August 18, 2026

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The proposal submission deadline is September 1, 2026 (14 days left).

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AI Summary

Summary of Opportunity: E6HAL-230009 RFI Socio-economic Catering

  1. Purpose:
    The main purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to compile a list of underrepresented suppliers capable of delivering catering services in the Atlantic Region of Canada. This initiative aims to promote supplier diversity by encouraging participation from businesses owned by women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community. The compiled list will be shared with federal departments and agencies to facilitate their catering needs.

  2. Buyer Information:
    The opportunity is issued by the Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC) under Public Services and Procurement Canada. For inquiries, interested parties can contact Laura L. Andrews at [email protected].

  3. Important Dates:

    • Posted Date: July 26, 2023
    • Due Date: September 1, 2026
      The RFI will remain open until the specified due date, allowing ample time for businesses to submit their information.
  4. Key Requirements:
    To participate in this opportunity, businesses must meet the following criteria:

    • The principal place of business must be located in Canada.
    • The 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 detailed in Annex A: Supplier Diversity Program Forms).
    • Capability to provide catering services in at least one of the four provinces within the Atlantic Region: New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, or Newfoundland and Labrador.

    Interested suppliers can submit the required information via the online form at the provided link: Submit Form. Inclusion on the resulting list does not guarantee that a business will be contacted for service provision.

This opportunity offers a valuable chance for underrepresented catering businesses in the Atlantic Region to engage with federal clients and enhance their visibility in government procurement processes.

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