Geochemical Analysis and Other Related Services

Geochemical data generated from the analysis of rock samples is a key requirement of many of Geological Survey of Western Australia (GSWA) geoscience programs. The aims of those programs are diverse and require the services of multiple laboratories that can prepare and analyze rock samples using the highest quality commercially available analytical techniques for a wide range of analytes. GSWA submits up to 3000 rock samples per year to analytical laboratories for geochemical analysis. Samples are delivered to the analytical laboratories either pulverised, crushed or as whole specimens, the latter two requiring further sample preparation at the analytical laboratories prior to analysis. Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DMIRS) is seeking to establish a panel arrangement of suitable organisations to undertake geochemical analysis and other related services on an as required basis.

The DMIRS reserves the right to have any analysis undertaken at its discretion by a Government organisation outside of the established panel.