Long description for image: Figure 1: Key considerations for contractual arrangements
- Is the Government of Canada getting goods, services or construction? If no, it may be a transfer payment or treaty. If yes, it may be a contract, treaty or contractual arrangement.
- Who is the relationship with (e.g. other nations, non-governmental organizations, other government departments, other level of government, private sector etc)? The “who” determines possible next steps on the spectrum of agreements (e.g. treaty, contract or contractual arrangement).
- Legal Questions: is it subject to the GCRs/Trade agreements? If yes, this influences bidding requirements and the procurement regime used.
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