CanadaBuys #30008050

Marine Sediment Chemical Analysis Services for Drugs, Pesticides, and Antibiotics

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is seeking proposals for specialized laboratory services to analyze marine sediment samples for drugs, pesticides, antibiotics, and moisture content. - Government Buyer: - Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Procurement Services, Bid Receiving Unit - Scope of Work: - Chemical analysis of approximately 200 marine sediment samples annually - Detection of specified drugs, pesticides, antibiotics, and moisture content - Laboratory methods include solvent extraction, SPE cleanup, and LC-MS/MS analysis - Accredited laboratories and qualified personnel required - Results must be reported within 14 weeks of sample receipt - Adherence to Good Laboratory Practices and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures - Contractor responsible for sample preparation, analysis, reporting, and disposal of residual materials - Unique Requirements: - Set aside for Indigenous Canadian suppliers - Contract includes initial period plus up to four one-year extension options - Communication and data reporting to DFO required - No specific OEMs or commercial laboratory vendors are named in the solicitation.

Description

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is seeking proposals for chemical analyses of marine sediment samples to assess the presence and ecological significance of aquaculture-related chemical compounds in far-field environments. Samples are analyzed for drugs, pesticides, antibiotics, and moisture content. The contract term is from issuance to September 29, 2027, with possible extensions to September 29, 2031. The procurement method is competitive open bidding with selection based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price.

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