# Alberta Prioritizes Local Suppliers

The Government of Alberta announced a procurement policy that gives qualified Alberta businesses priority consideration for purchases below New West Partnership Trade Agreement thresholds. For purchases above those thresholds but below applicable international trade-agreement thresholds, qualified Canadian businesses receive priority consideration. The province will also review existing contracts before renewal or expiry for viable Alberta or Canadian alternatives. These preferences create opportunities for local suppliers, but do not guarantee awards and remain subject to procurement requirements, value considerations, and trade obligations.

- Alberta businesses should assess whether they qualify and can meet purchasing requirements while offering value on procurements below the New West Partnership thresholds.
- Canadian suppliers may have priority consideration for purchases above those thresholds and below applicable international trade-agreement thresholds.
- Incumbents and prospective suppliers can use contract renewal and expiry periods as potential competition points, as Alberta says it will review viable local alternatives before renewal or expiry.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Published:** November 04, 2026

### Government Entities
- Government of Alberta

### Key Quotes
> When government spends taxpayers’ money, those businesses deserve a fair shot at earning that business. We’re putting local businesses first, supporting Canadian suppliers and making sure more of our government spending helps create opportunities and jobs here at home.
> — Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta

### Sources
- [Province to give Alberta, Canadian businesses greater opportunity to compete for government contracts | Red Deer Advocate](https://reddeeradvocate.com/2026/11/04/province-to-give-alberta-canadian-businesses-greater-opportunity-to-compete-for-government-contracts) - Red Deer Advocate