Opportunity
CanadaBuys #BC231861
Support Services for Indigenous-led Native Plant Nursery Sector Development
Posted
July 10, 2026
Respond By
July 24, 2026
Identifier
BC231861
NAICS
541618, 541720, 541690
This opportunity from the Abbotsford AGRI Office (Government of Canada) seeks support for developing Indigenous-led native plant nurseries. - Government Buyer: - Government of Canada, Abbotsford AGRI Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Products/Services Requested: - Support services for Indigenous-led native plant nursery sector development - Activities include: - Capacity building for 6–12 First Nations-owned nursery operations (start-up or early development stage) - Peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and sector networking - Identification of sector priorities, gaps, and opportunities - Business development support - Creation of accessible production resources and protocols - Engagement of subject matter experts as needed - Gathering input for future phases of sector development - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus on Indigenous leadership and participation - Emphasis on sector-wide collaboration and resource development - No specific products, part numbers, or OEMs are required - Contract duration is approximately 9 months
Description
This project aims to support the development of Indigenous-led native plant nurseries by building capacity across the sector. It will facilitate peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, identify common priorities and gaps, and support business development and resource creation. The project will engage 6–12 First Nations-owned nursery operations in start-up or early development stages and focus on strengthening business capacity, networking, resource sharing, and gathering input for future Indigenous-led nursery development.