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Procurement in GEM

The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced its new Government Enterprise Management (GEM) system.

GEM will modernize and streamline procurement processes. Suppliers working with government will access GEM through the Supplier Portal.

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1. About GEM

GEM is a modern and efficient way to work with government. The system introduces new procurement features, as well as a Supplier Portal that can be used to:

  • view competitions;
  • submit proposals and acknowledge amendments;
  • receive award notifications;
  • review current and past contracts;
  • receive purchase orders;
  • conduct contract redlining and execution;
  • communicate with government buyers;
  • receive notifications to submit proposals; and
  • update contact information and address.

Benefits of the new system include:

  • Standardized processes with system prompts for mandatory requirements
  • Ability to update contact information online
  • Ability to view all contracts and purchase orders online
  • Online help desk support, through self-service or ticket submissions
  • Communication with the Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement's Procurement Management Division (PMD) within the system
  • A centralized Supplier Master Data module that captures the supplier lifecycle (registration, submissions, evaluation, communication, contract management and progress tracking)
  • Automated electronic notifications
  • Real-time data and reporting for better insights for analysis, planning and forecasting

Learn more about GEM by watching the video below.

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2. Supplier Impact

There are a few supplier processes that will remain the same after GEM launches:

  • Suppliers will continue to submit invoices following the current process.
  • Suppliers will continue to use SaskTenders.ca to view competitions.
  • PMD will still manage competitions and provide support.

Some changes that suppliers will notice after GEM launches include:

  • Competition submissions will be done through the GEM system, which will also house documents, such as contracts and purchase orders.
  • GEM will have a built-in message centre.
    • Currently, communication is done by email and is not tracked. In the future, communication between suppliers and government will be within GEM.
    • These conversations will be stored in the system to allow for easy access and tracking.
    • The centre will also enable suppliers to attach documents and print, as necessary.
  • Notifications will be both in-system and emailed. Suppliers should periodically watch for alerts, as action may be required for a submission to advance.
  • Suppliers will be able to request support right in GEM instead of calling or emailing a helpline. GEM also provides a self-service option when suppliers wish to update their contact information.
  • More detailed information about specific process changes will be provided in training.
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3. Entities Using GEM For Procurement

The list below specifies who will use GEM for procurement purposes:

Executive Council and Office of the Premier Ministry of Highways
Firearms Secretariat Ministry of Immigration and Career Training
Ministry of Advanced Education Ministry of Justice and Attorney General
Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety
Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport
Ministry of Education Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement
Ministry of Energy and Resources Ministry of Social Services
Ministry of Environment Ministry of Trade and Export Development
Ministry of Finance Provincial Capital Commission
Ministry of Government Relations Saskatchewan Marshals Services
Ministry of Health Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency
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4. Entities Not Using GEM For Procurement

The list below specifies users who will not use GEM for procurement purposes and keep a status quo on how they conduct procurement.

Agri-Food Council Saskatchewan Coroners Service
Athletics Commission of Saskatchewan Saskatchewan Crop Insurance
Automobile Commission of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre
Board of Revenue Commissioners
Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI)
Bureau of Statistics
Saskatchewan Health Quality Council
Community Initiatives Fund
Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation
Creative Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation
Crown Investments Corporation
Saskatchewan Higher Education Quality Assurance Board
eHealth Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Housing Corporation
Farmland Security Board
Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission
Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority
Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board
Global Transportation Hub Authority
Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority
Heritage Review Board
Saskatchewan Lotteries System
Highway Traffic Board
Saskatchewan Municipal Board
Innovation Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Pension Plan
Justices of the Peace Compensation Commission
Saskatchewan Police Commission
Law Reform Commission of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Provincial Court Commission
Legal Aid Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Public Complaints Commission
Legislative Assembly and Officers
Saskatchewan Research Council
Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Review Board
Municipal Finance Corporation
Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response
Office of Disability Issues
Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association
Office of Residential Tenancies
Saskatchewan-Ukraine Relations
Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee
SaskEnergy
Physician Recruitment Agency of Saskatchewan
SaskPower
Plannera Pensions and Benefits
SaskTel
Prairie Diagnostic Services
SaskWater
Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan
Status of Women Office
Provincial Mediation Board
Surface Rights Board of Arbitration
Public and Private Rights Board
Teachers' Superannuation Commission
Public Complaints Commission
Tourism Saskatchewan
Public Disclosure Committee
Wanuskewin Heritage Park
Rural Municipalities
Water Security Agency
Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
Western Development Museum
Saskatchewan Arts Board
Workers' Compensation Board
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5. Get Support

While there will be a learning curve for everyone using GEM, we’ll be with you every step of the way.

To check your registration status, email pmdadmin@gov.sk.ca.

If using GEM’s Supplier Portal is a barrier to you doing business with the Government of Saskatchewan, we can help. Please contact the Project Management Division of the Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement at PMDStrategy@gov.sk.ca.

If you’re new to doing business with the Government of Saskatchewan, email purchasing@gov.sk.ca.

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