CanadaBuys #5000094969

NRCan seeks mineral sample preparation and analytical laboratory services for CanmetMINING

Natural Resources Canada is seeking on-demand laboratory services to characterize mineral-processing samples for CanmetMINING. - Government buyer: Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Finance and Procurement Management Branch; client office: CanmetMINING. - Requested services and estimated quantities: - Crush, split, and pulverize solid samples — 50. - Pulverize solid samples only — 50. - Multielement geochemical analysis of solids for major elements, trace elements, and base metals — 350. - Multielement geochemical analysis of liquids for major elements, trace elements, and base metals — 100. - Gold (Au) fire assay of solid samples — 100. - Gold, platinum, and palladium (Au, Pt, Pd) fire assay of solid samples — 150. - Requirements: Use matrix-appropriate, validated analytical methods; maintain ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation; include applicable sample digestion or decomposition, analysis, quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), and reporting in unit prices. Bidders must identify analytical methods and included elements. Reports must be electronic and Excel-compatible, and services must meet specified turnaround times. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, named service vendors, or product part numbers are identified in the solicitation. Potential competing analytical service providers include SGS, Bureau Veritas, ALS Limited, Activation Laboratories Ltd. (Actlabs), and Intertek Group plc. - Term: Initial period runs from award through the end of the applicable fiscal year, with up to three additional one-year options.

Description

Natural Resources Canada is seeking analytical support for CanmetMINING on an as-and-when-required basis. The work involves chemical and elemental characterization of solid and liquid samples, including major and trace elements, base metals, and precious metals. The contract runs from award through March 31, 2027, with options for up to three additional one-year periods. Offers are evaluated based on the highest combined rating of technical merit and price.

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