Moisture Content & Physical Characterization of Sediment

The contract seeks to determine moisture content and physical properties of wet marine sediment samples to support quality assurance and quality control processes, as well as to enable data normalization for subsequent chemical analyses. This work is critical for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of environmental data collected from marine sediments, particularly in the context of regulatory or scientific monitoring activities. The services required involve precise laboratory-based characterization of sediment samples, including but not limited to water content, density, grain size distribution, and other relevant physical parameters essential for standardizing chemical results across varying sample conditions. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, indicating it pertains to scientific and technical consulting services. It is issued by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Government of Canada, with performance expected to occur within Canada. The solicitation was posted on August 7, 2026, and responses are due by September 2, 2026. While no specific set-aside provisions or point of contact are detailed, the work is intended to support federal environmental monitoring efforts, necessitating adherence to rigorous analytical standards and procedural consistency to ensure defensible data outcomes.