To provide analytical chemistry laboratory services for
the analyses of selected conventional, metals, and trace
organic analytes in freshwater and marine sediment
samples on an ‘if, as and when required’ basis. This work
will support comprehensive water body environment
monitoring programs to assess possible effects, if any, of
Metro Vancouver discharges on sediment quality.
Samples will be collected periodically throughout the
year and submitted directly from the Corporation or a
third party contractor. The laboratory services will
involve the time-critical analyses of samples for the
determination of all or a subset of analytes. Additionally,
the provision of sample containers, coolers/ice packs,
synoptic laboratory quality assurance/quality control
(QA/QC), and specialized reporting that includes a review
of all lab QA/QC results for each program is required.
The standing offer agreement shall be for a three (3) year
period.