The UN in a nutshell
The UN's procurement market constitutes a true economic opportunity for Québec businesses.
According to the latest statistics, the calls for tender issued by the United Nations ecosystem totalled US$18.8 billion in 2018. These calls for tender are equally split between goods and services.
The United Nations Procurement Division (UNPD) in NYC is in charge of procurement for the United Nations Headquarters, peacekeeping operations, and regional courts and commissions. The UNPD manages 3,000 to 4,000 calls for tender a year.
The United Nations Procurement Division procures almost 3 billion dollars worth of goods and services, some of which include:
- Armed & unarmed security services,
- Specialized services (e.g. detection & clearing of mines, ammunition disposal),
- Body Armor, Weapons & Ammunition,
- PPE,
- Staff Equipment & Uniforms & Accouterments,
- Surveillance Equipment & Systems,
- Facility Access Control Systems,
- Screening/Inspection Equipment & Systems (no IT),
- Mortar Detection and others
- Modular prefabricated structures,
- Tentage,
- Specialty structures (kitchens, workshops, warehouses, medical and communication facilities),
- Power generation including conventional generators,
- Renewable energy,
- Hybrid power generators,
- Solar panels and lighting equipment.
- APC power supplies,
- Surge protection and power distribution devices.
- A/C units,
- Water and Waste Water Treatment Plants,
- Drinking water treatment systems,
- Waste removal and recycling services,
- Furniture including office and dormitory furniture,
- Linens and camp cots
- Engineering (Design, Architectural)
- Services, Construction & Commissioning Services,
- Construction Materials,
- Specialised Operation & Maintenance Services (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Fire-safety),
- General Operation & Maintenance Services (e.g. Janitorial, Cleaning, Landscaping/Gardening),
- Utility Services (e.g. Electricity, Gas, Water),
- Other Support Services (e.g. Concierge/Reception/Elevator Staff, Storage/Archiving),
- Office/Building Leases,
- Land Leases,
- Real Estate Consultancy Services,
- Perimeter Construction Goods and Services (e.g. gates, barriers),
- Shelters,
- Overhead/Blast Protection,
- Observation Towers,
- Weapons/Ammunition/Explosives Storage
- Communications Devices,
- Communications and Data Network equipment,
- Computer equipment;
- Printing equipment,
- Software,
- Application Management and Storage,
- Cloud Computing
- Consulting Services,
- Financial Services,
- Subscription Services,
- Translation Services,
- Travel and Event Services,
- Training Services,
- And other Professional Services
Meeting with United Nations buyers in brief
Join us on September 30 for a virtual meeting with two United Nations (UN) buyers who want to speak with Québec companies and find new suppliers.
Following a presentation of their departments and their needs, you will have the opportunity to discuss with these buyers at virtual fair with a maximum of 10 participants by registering today for the meeting groups.
The special format of this activity will allow you to:
- Better understand the role of buyers in the United Nations and the supplier registration process
- Meet exclusively with UN decision-makers
Schedule
2:00 p.m.: Welcome message
2:10 p.m.: UN presentations
Mr. Bruno Maboja
Facilities, Construction & Security Section
Procurement Division
Office of Supply Chain Management
Department of Operational Support
Mr. Isaam White
Team Leader, Communications & Technology Team
Procurement Division
Office of Supply Chain Management
United Nations Department of Operational Support
2:40 p.m.: Q&A
3:00 p.m.: First round of discussions in the virtual fairs with the two UN buyers
(Maximum of 10 Québec companies in each discussion forum)
3:30 p.m.: Second round of discussions in the virtual fairs with the two UN buyers
(Maximum of 10 Québec companies in each discussion forum)
4:00 p.m.: Third round of discussions in the virtual fairs with the two UN buyers (Maximum of 10 Québec companies in each discussion forum)
4:30 p.m.: End of the event
If you wish to take part in the group meetings, click here for more information on how to register.
Step 1:
You must first register online, enter your personal information and complete the payment.
Your registration will need to be approved by our team to ensure that your profile meets the buyers’ needs.
Step 2:
You will receive official confirmation of the date and time of your assigned meeting a few days prior to the event.
Who should participate?
This activity is particularly aimed at companies operating in the following sectors:
- Safety and security
- Engineering and infrastructure
- Facilities and construction
- Communications and technology
- Managed services