Guides to bidding on public tenders

Practical, up-to-date guides to SEAO, CanadaBuys and Québec public procurement rules, in plain English.

How SEAO works: a plain-English guide for suppliers

SEAO explained in English: who publishes, how to find notices, order documents, submit a bid, and what it costs. Updated 2026 fees.

Québec tender thresholds 2026-2027: what suppliers need to know

Québec public tender thresholds from Jan 1, 2026 to Dec 31, 2027: departments, health, education, municipalities and Crown corporations.

How to bid on CanadaBuys: a step-by-step guide

How to bid on federal tenders on CanadaBuys: SAP Business Network account, the Government of Canada questionnaire, business number and submission.

How to read a SEAO tender notice, field by field (in English)

How to read a SEAO call for tenders notice, field by field, in English: deadlines, contract type, compliance, bid security, trade agreements.

Public tender, invitation or sole source: how Québec awards contracts

Public, regionalized, invitation-only tenders and sole-source (gré à gré) contracts in Québec: when each applies, 2026-2027 thresholds, exceptions.

NEQ and RBQ licence: what you need to bid on Québec construction tenders

NEQ and RBQ licence requirements for Québec construction tenders: who must register, the right subclasses, restricted licences and other requirements.

AMP authorization to contract: when do you need it?

Québec AMP authorization to contract: when it's required ($5M construction, $1M services), indefinite validity since April 2026, annual update.

How to win a public tender in Québec: a guide for SMBs and the self-employed

How to win a public tender in Québec: eligibility, compliance, award rules and tips for SMBs and self-employed bidders. With official sources.