E6HAL-230009 RFI Socio-economic Catering

Scope Summary

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 pilo

Bid Readiness Checklist

• 1. Portal Registration & Eligibility Mandatory
  Confirm active supplier account on the issuing portal to submit bids to buyer "Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)" (Canada).
  Suggested Evidence: SAP Ariba Supplier ID / Procurement Business Number (PBN)
• 2. Submission Deadline & Format Mandatory
  Finalize pricing and compliance attachments at least 24 hours ahead of Closes 2027-09-01.
  Suggested Evidence: Signed Cover Form, Mandatory Returnables & Complete File Upload
• 3. Event Delivery & Production Plan Mandatory
  Outline run-of-show staffing, AV/equipment specifications, staging logistics, and on-site contingency coverage.
  Suggested Evidence: Production Schedule, Equipment List & Staffing Plan
• 4. Commercial Pricing Schedule Mandatory
  Structure transparent itemized fixed or T&M rate pricing aligned with notice deliverables (ceiling not disclosed in notice).
  Suggested Evidence: Itemized Pricing Table, Rate Card & Scope Assumptions