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23295-260021 - Ionic Liquid Diluent for Pilot Scale Experimentation

Solicitation number WS5200533299

Publication date 2025/07/04

Closing date and time 2025/08/15 14:00 EDT

Last amendment date 2025/09/03

Description

Please note that late submissions will not be considered or accepted. Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) in Devon, Alberta, requires the supply and delivery of 3-methyl-1-octylimidazolium thenoyltrifluoroacetone, an ionic liquid used in pilot-scale testing of critical mineral extraction systems. The product must meet a minimum purity of 97% with low sodium and lithium impurities. Orders will be placed on an "as and when requested" basis over a two-year period, with two optional one-year extensions.

Contract duration

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Trade agreements

Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)

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Contact information

Contracting organization

Organization: Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)
Address: 11 Laurier St, Phase III, Place du Portage

Gatineau, Quebec, K1A 0S5

Canada

Contracting authority: Olivos, Elsa (SPAC/PSPC) (elle-la / she-her)
Email: elsa.olivos@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

Buying organization(s)

Organization: Department of Natural Resources (NRCan)
Address: 580 Booth Street

Ottawa, Ontario, K1A0E4

Canada

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Summary information

Notice type: Request for Standing Offer
Language(s): English, French
Region(s) of delivery: Devon
Procurement method: Competitive – Open Bidding
Selection criteria: Lowest Price
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Date modified:: 2025-09-03