Natural Resources Canada · Awarded contract
AwardedScientific Consulting Services for Mine Tailings Critical Minerals Study
Awarded 05 Jan 2026
Awarded05 Jan 2026
Value$38,047.10
SupplierMercator Geological Services Ltd
AgencyNatural Resources Canada
ProvinceNova Scotia
CategoryMining & Natural Resources
Ended 7mo ago3mo term
Awarded 5 Jan 2026Expired 31 Mar 2026
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Natural Resources Canada awarded a contract to Mercator Geological Services Ltd for scientific consulting services.
The study aims to advance understanding of how to redefine mine tailings as potential resources of critical minerals.
The contract value is CAD 38,047.1.
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