JACKSONVILLE (GNB) – A $1.15 million contract has been awarded to Tarp-Rite Inc., a cover manufacturing company, under the New Brunswick First Procurement Strategy and Action Plan.
“Tarp-Rite Inc. is a perfect example of how our local businesses are helping to energize the private sector and reinvigorate communities,” said Premier Blaine Higgs. “I am extremely proud of the success of our procurement strategy and the positive outcomes it will bring to communities throughout the province.”
Higgs made the announcement today during a tour of the Tarp-Rite facility in Jacksonville.
“Because of this contract, Tarp-Rite is able to give back to the local economy by adding new employees and moving forward with continuous expansion plans such as new buildings for manufacturing space, modern equipment for efficiencies and exploring new export markets,” said Jason Cox, company vice-president. “Tarp-Rite has been a trusted and preferred manufacturer and installer of a unique fabric building system since 1932, and we look forward to working with the province on future contract opportunities.”
In the 2022-23 fiscal year, more than 81 per cent of the value of all goods, services and construction contracts awarded by the provincial government went to local suppliers. This represents about $2.3 billion in spending kept within the province, a contribution of $1.1 billion to the province’s gross domestic product, and $133.4 million in employment income for the province.
In November 2020, the provincial government launched the strategy and action plan to support local businesses and reduce barriers to obtaining government contracts.
The strategy and action plan resulted from a collaborative effort between Service New Brunswick, Opportunities NB and the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure. They are based upon extensive consultations with suppliers and industry associations in the province.
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