Opportunities

As we look to continue to build on our compelling natural advantage, our place by the sea, our focus is on investing in infrastructure, properties, and programs that make Nova Scotia liveable and loveable. We encourage you to explore our opportunities.

TENDERS/OPPORTUNITIES

At Build Nova Scotia, we engage with public and private sector companies in projects and transactions that contribute to the sustainable development of high potential property and infrastructure across Nova Scotia, to drive inclusive economic growth in our province. Visit Nova Scotia Procurement Tender Notices for opportunities with us.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

DNS-2021-0041Two-Stage RFSQ for Operations and Maintenance Services and Support

DNS-1920-0034Two-stage RFSQ for the pre-qualification and potential selection of specific professional consultation services

BNS(BDO)-2324-0002 Halifax Waterfront Salt Yard Food and Beverage Kiosk

For more on Nova Scotia Procurement, please visit their website here.

We are committed to best practices in purchasing and in sustainability. Our procurement activities comply with Nova Scotia Procurement and we are committed to supporting our environment, economy, and society through adherence to this policy wherever possible by:

  • Ensuring that our requirements for goods, services, construction, and facilities are met through an open, fair, and transparent process that maximizes competition and value to our organization.
  • Ensuring bidders have reasonable notice and opportunity to tender.
  • Fostering economic development by ensuring every capable Nova Scotia supplier has the opportunity to do business with us.
  • Ensuring our procurement decisions consider the benefit to the environment and social fabric of Nova Scotia.
  • Adhering to all trade agreements which create economic opportunities for Nova Scotians.
  • Treating out-of-province bidders in the same way as their jurisdictions would treat bidders from Nova Scotia.
  • Being accountable for procurement decisions.

News

The Pop Can: Small business pop-ups on the Halifax waterfront

Every week this 2023 season, there is going to be a new business activating “The Pop Can”. This space is a 20-foot shipping container is located in Sa…

Every week this 2023 season, there is going to be a new business activating “The Pop Can”. This space is a 20-foot shipping container is located in Salt Yard on the Halifax Waterfront.

Food & Beverage Business Opportunity on the Halifax Waterfront

Build Nova Scotia is seeking an operator for a food and beverage kiosk along the vibrant and active Halifax waterfront.

Build Nova Scotia is seeking an operator for a food and beverage kiosk along the vibrant and active Halifax waterfront.

Business Opportunity on the Halifax Waterfront

Build Nova Scotia is seeking a local business to operate the unique waterfront property at 1655 Lower Water Street.

Build Nova Scotia is seeking a local business to operate the unique waterfront property at 1655 Lower Water Street.

Weekly Pop-Up Business Opportunities in Salt Yard

Build Nova Scotia is seeking a bunch of local businesses for weekly pop-up opportunities on the Halifax waterfront.

Build Nova Scotia is seeking a bunch of local businesses for weekly pop-up opportunities on the Halifax waterfront.

Province Invests in Independent Pictou County High-Speed Internet Project

February 21, 2023—Pictou, NS: The Province has announced investment in support of the Municipality of Pictou County’s independent high-speed internet…

February 21, 2023—Pictou, NS: The Province has announced investment in support of the Municipality of Pictou County’s independent high-speed internet project on behalf of the Nova Scotia Internet Funding Trust. This invest…

One-Season Business Opportunity on the Halifax Waterfront

February 6, 2023 — Halifax, Nova Scotia: A fresh business opportunity on the Halifax waterfront. Build Nova Scotia is seeking multiple businesses to s…

February 6, 2023 — Halifax, Nova Scotia: A fresh business opportunity on the Halifax waterfront. Build Nova Scotia is seeking multiple businesses to showcase their products or services in pop-up chalet shops on the Halifax…

Premier Announces New Build Nova Scotia CEO

David Benoit will serve as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of Build Nova Scotia, one of two new Crown corporations established to drive…

David Benoit will serve as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of Build Nova Scotia, one of two new Crown corporations established to drive economic growth across the province.

Major Healthcare Expansion Includes More Services in More Locations

More beds, more operating rooms and two new and larger emergency departments are among the elements of More, Faster: The Action for Health Build, a co…

More beds, more operating rooms and two new and larger emergency departments are among the elements of More, Faster: The Action for Health Build, a comprehensive plan for improving healthcare services for Nova Scotians.

New Crown Corporations Launched to Drive Economic Growth

Today, December 1, the Province launched two new organizations that modernize the government's approach to economic development and improve accountabi…

Today, December 1, the Province launched two new organizations that modernize the government's approach to economic development and improve accountability to Nova Scotians.

Satellite Program Expands to Ensure Internet for Everyone

The Satellite Internet Service Rebate program is expanding once again to help more Nova Scotians get access to internet service faster.

The Satellite Internet Service Rebate program is expanding once again to help more Nova Scotians get access to internet service faster.