Merx #RFP125021470

Airborne Geophysical Survey Services for Deep Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador

This opportunity seeks qualified suppliers to conduct a high-sensitivity airborne geophysical survey in the Deep Harbour area of western Newfoundland and Labrador. - Government Buyer: - Public Procurement Agency, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (Department of Energy and Mines; Scientific Authority) - Scope of Work: - Fixed-wing horizontal gradient aeromagnetic and gamma-ray spectrometric survey - Minimum survey area: 2,310 km², covering at least 17,725–17,825.5 line-kilometers (Block A), with optional extension (Block B) - Includes data acquisition, post-survey data correction, processing, compilation, and delivery of final digital map products, technical reports, and archives - Weekly progress updates required - Technical Requirements: - Specialized aircraft equipped with alkali vapour optically-pumped magnetometers (0.01 nT resolution), gamma-ray spectrometers, radar altimeters, and GNSS systems - Strict flight path parameters: traverse line spacing of 150m, control line spacing of 1000m, nominal flying height of 90m - Mandatory calibration and verification at designated federal calibration facilities (e.g., Morewood, Meanook, Baker Lake, Breckenridge test strip) - Qualified personnel required: project managers, pilots, engineers - Compliance with detailed safety, data quality, and operational standards - Deliverables: - Digital data, maps, technical reports, and archives - All deliverables due by the specified completion date - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands are named; opportunity is open to qualified providers with compliant equipment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Use of federal calibration facilities for equipment verification - Contractor responsible for all logistics, safety, and data handling - One-time project with no recurring or option years

Description

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador's Department of Energy and Mines is soliciting proposals for an airborne geophysical survey in the Deep Harbour area. The work involves conducting a digitally-recorded, high-sensitivity, fixed-wing horizontal gradient aeromagnetic and gamma-ray spectrometric survey, followed by post-survey data correction, processing, and formatting to produce comprehensive final products and reports. The survey must adhere to detailed technical and operational requirements, including specific flight path, instrumentation, calibration, and data quality standards. The contract is a one-time delivery with a completion date by February 1, 2027.

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