Aegis Critical Energy Defence Corp. and Malahat Energy Systems have completed registration processes to participate in Canadian procurement opportunities, particularly within the defense sector and focused on Canada’s Arctic region. These registrations enable both companies to bid on government contracts for Indigenous and non-Indigenous projects. Prime Minister Carney recently emphasized the nation's commitment to safeguarding

City staff highlighted two registration channels — SupplierOne and a regional marketplace (Grama/OnRamp LA) — and encouraged early registration to increase visibility for sourcing windows tied to LA 2028 procurement.

City staff urged local businesses to register on LA28 and regional procurement portals (SupplierOne, GRAMa, OnRampLA), noting LA28's regional-spend commitment and that registration improves visibility though does not guarantee contracts.

Orange County on April 8 launched an online portal to certify local small businesses for county procurement. Manager Sheena Ferguson outlined employee and revenue caps, a CPA verification process, workshops, an advisory committee and a mentor–protégé program to expand opportunities.

Officials said multiple RHT RFPs are live and posted to a central RHT landing page; projects listed include dialysis/ventilator/nursing home work, Tufts training for nursing homes, substance use recovery housing, mobile dental/health units, pharmacy test-to-treat and analytic support for a 2028 strategic plan.