# CanadaBuys #WS3761200814

Research and Development Services for Graphite Regeneration for Battery Applications

**Posted:** December 01, 2022
**Respond By:** December 16, 2022
**Identifier:** WS3761200814
**NAICS:** 541715

This opportunity from the Department of Natural Resources (NRCan), managed by Public Works and Government Services Canada (PSPC), seeks research and development services focused on regenerating recycled graphite for lithium-ion battery applications.
- Government Buyer:
  - Department of Natural Resources (NRCan)
  - Public Works and Government Services Canada (PSPC)
- Scope of Work:
  - Research and development services to regenerate graphite from used lithium-ion batteries
  - Evaluation of regenerated graphite's suitability for battery applications
  - Collaboration with industrial partners for process development and assessment
- Products/Services Requested:
  - No specific products or part numbers; primary requirement is R&D services
  - Service line item: Graphite Regeneration Research and Development Services
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No OEMs or vendors are named in the notice
- Unique Requirements:
  - Procurement is limited due to exclusive rights
  - Governed by the Canadian Free Trade Agreement
  - Classified under market research and engineering/research services (UNSPSC codes)
- Period of Performance:
  - Contract start anticipated soon; duration is not specified
- Estimated Contract Value:
  - Not provided in the notice

### Description

The Department of Natural Resources (NRCan) requires Research and Development Services for the regeneration of recycled graphite for battery applications. The project began in January 2022 and involves collaboration with industrial partners to regenerate graphite from used lithium-ion batteries. The goal is to assess the quality of graphite suitable for use in lithium-ion batteries. The contract is set to start on March 1, 2023, with an estimated duration of zero months. The procurement is governed under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and is limited due to exclusive rights.

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