Doing Business with the City
Canada First Procurement* Announcement - March 20, 2025
Premier Scott Moe announced in early March 2025, a number of measures to respond to the imposition of tariffs by the United States (US). As a part of the measures from the Provincial Government, it is expected that the City of Saskatoon (City) prioritize Canadian vendors and contractors with the goal to reduce or eliminate the procurement of US-based goods and services.
The City will continue to leverage our “Best Value” Procurement Policy and Protocols to support Canada First Procurement* practices, while respecting the MASH Sector (Municipalities, School Boards, Health Regions and Publicly-Funded Post-Secondary Institutions) trade treaties below:
- Saskatchewan Procurement Thresholds within the New West Partnership Trade Agreement (NWPTA);
- Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA); and
- Canada-European (EU) Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
These changes will be reflected in the City's procurement documents going forward; we ask vendors to carefully review our future procurement documents to ensure full understanding of any additional submission requirements.
For additional information, refer to the Canada First Procurement* Announcement at right under Related Documents
* Canada First Procurement refers to a strategy often implemented by municipalities and the provincial and federal government, prioritizing Canadian businesses and suppliers in government procurement processes, aiming to support the Canadian economy and jobs.
New Payment and Purchasing Guidelines
The City of Saskatoon has implemented SAP, an integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, for procurement and accounts payable effective January 04, 2021. SAP is a web-based tool for procurement, invoice management and payment processes.
Procurement Policy
City Council approved the adoption of a new purchasing policy December 1, 2018. The City of Saskatoon's purchasing policy reflects best practices for public procurement and draws on criteria from federal and provincial procurement rules.
Bid & Vendor Information
The City has partnered with bids&tenders to further enhance our procurement and bidding processes, starting in December 2024.
Product Submissions
This is a form for users to submit details about services they provide. Although many fields are not required the more information you provide the easier it will be for the City to contact you regarding your products.
Non-Standard Procurement (Sole Source)
Non-Standard Procurement (sole source) is governed by the City of Saskatoon’s Purchasing Policy and Non-Standard Procurement Protocol
Diverse Procurement Practices
The City will procure Goods and Services, and promote and participate in viable Procurement opportunities with Diverse Suppliers and Indigenous Suppliers. Divisions should consider the role of Diverse Suppliers and Indigenous Suppliers within Saskatchewan when conducting Procurement activities.