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Invest Nova Scotia's Procurement Policy (2026) outlines how goods, services, and construction are purchased to ensure fairness, transparency, competition, best value, and compliance with procurement laws. It places a strong emphasis on sustainable procurement, supporting local businesses, accessibility, and inclusion.
Key points:
- All purchases require approval before procurement begins.
- Standing Offer suppliers must be used whenever applicable.
- Procurement requirements vary by value, with public tenders required for purchases of $694,700 or more.
- Processes must be fair, competitive, and documented.
- Suppliers can request debriefings and use a formal complaint process.
- Alternative (non-competitive) procurement methods may be used only in specific situations, such as emergencies or sole-source circumstances, with CEO approval.
- Eligible Nova Scotia suppliers may receive a preference advantage under certain thresholds.
The policy applies to all Invest Nova Scotia employees and procurement activities and is effective July 16, 2026, with a review scheduled for July 16, 2029.