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1.5 hours
Materiel Management Specialists
Procurement Specialists
Real Property Specialists
Supervisors
Managers
Functional specialists
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Narrator: From laptops to large-scale construction—ever wonder how the Government of Canada actually buys what it needs?
Introduction to the Federal Procurement Process (COR421) has the answers.
In just 90 minutes, this online, self-paced course walks you through the essentials—from legal frameworks and stakeholder roles to ethical decision-making and accountability.
You’ll explore the phases of procurement, learn the rules that guide it, and discover how to spot ethical red flags before they become real problems.
So if you're a procurement specialist, work in materiel management, real property, or just curious about it all—then this course is for you.
What are you waiting for? Select that register button from wherever you take your training!
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Delivering programs and services to Canadians must be done in a fair, open, and transparent manner that demonstrates effective stewardship. This online self-paced course introduces the fundamentals of the federal procurement process, including key concepts, rules, practices, and responsibilities. Participants will learn about the legal and procedural elements, the roles of stakeholders, and how to undertake procurement activities with integrity and accountability.
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This course, designed for experienced procurement and materiel management specialists, offers advanced tools and practices for the management of procurement activities throughout the four phases of the procurement process. Participants will learn to minimize the risks associated with the procurement process by better understanding and applying established contracting rules, regulations and policies.
Next session: November 10, 2025 | 2 more dates
This course covers two critical elements of the solicitation process: the statement of work and the evaluation criteria for bids submitted. Participants will learn how to write proper requirements to obtain their desired product or service and how to set evaluation criteria that will help select the appropriate bidder.
Next session: October 27, 2025 | 2 more dates
This online self-paced course introduces the federal government's Policy on Green Procurement and provides detailed strategies for applying its principles throughout the procurement process. Participants will review reasons for buying green and learn to identify what defines a green good or service.
This online self-paced course examines the Policy on Title to Intellectual Property Arising Under Crown Procurement Contracts and its application. By following six 15-minute modules, participants will study intellectual property rights and explore different situations where questions of intellectual property may arise.
This course provides the essential information and practical skills that are needed to manage contracts for services within a federal government context. Participants will learn how to better monitor service contracts, manage risks and ensure that services rendered meet the requirements of the initial agreement.
Next session: October 20, 2025 | 2 more dates
This online self-paced course provides an overview for non-specialists of the different functions, policies, roles and responsibilities related to the federal procurement process. Participants will gain a more in-depth understanding of the procurement process and its different contractual phases.
This online self-paced course introduces the basic concepts and responsibilities related to government procurement projects. Participants will learn about the policies and practices underpinning the federal procurement process and how to identify their oversight and reporting requirements.
This course for procurement specialists explains the basic activities and considerations that are involved in the Government of Canada's procurement process. Participants will focus on the application of procurement policies and procedures through the four phases of the procurement process.
Next session: November 12, 2025 | 2 more dates
