This contract has been awarded. Details are drawn from the federal award notice for this solicitation.
Winning supplier
Liquid Ion Solutions LLC
Award date
2025-08-28
Supplier location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Request for Standing Offer
Full 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.
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Basic information
Reference
WS5200533299-Doc5213674300
Solicitation no.
WS5200533299
Buyer
Department of Public Works and Government Services (PSPC)
Notice type
Request for Standing Offer
Method
Competitive - Open bidding
Procurement category
*GD
Trade agreements
*Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)
Estimated value
Not disclosed
Source
canadabuys
Classification & terms
UNSPSC
UNSPSC 12000000 — Chemicals Including Bio Chemicals and Gas Materials
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Messer Canada Inc. is the most likely incumbent, based on how often and how recently they have won this buyer’s work in this category. To displace them, expect to need a clearly stronger proposition or price.
