Laser ablation ICP-MS for geochemical and isotopic analysis
Tender Overview
About this tender
Geoscience Australia is seeking laser ablation ICP-MS capability for geochemical and isotopic analysis. This specialist laboratory analytical service is typically delivered by geochemistry and isotope laboratories or research and technical service providers. The service involves advanced analytical instrumentation for detailed geochemical and isotopic analysis work.
Frequently asked questions
- This is a specialist laboratory analytical service involving laser ablation ICP-MS (inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry) for geochemical and isotopic analysis.
- The service is typically delivered by geochemistry and isotope laboratories, as well as research and technical service providers with relevant analytical instrumentation capability.
- The reference number is GA2025-3.
- Geoscience Australia is seeking this laser ablation ICP-MS capability.
- This tender falls under Earth Science Services within the Engineering, Research and Technical Based Services category.
- The service is required across multiple locations in Australia, including regions in Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania.
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