Tender for Seismic Services by Geologischer Dienst NRW, Germany

Country + Organization Name + Project Content + Tender Type: Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia Geological Survey, Seismic Survey in the Northwestern Münsterland Region, Service Tender

Tender Keywords: 2D Seismic Survey Service Tender

Tender Type: Service Tender

Project Name: Seismik Nordwestliches Münsterland

Procurement Method: Open Tender

Contract Type: Service Contract

Project Description: A 2D seismic survey program is planned for the northwestern Münsterland region. GD NRW plans to conduct a 2D seismic survey program in the northwestern Münsterland region and the adjacent Lower Rhine region. The exploration target of the planned survey is to investigate geothermal potential down to approximately 4 km depth, specifically regarding the thickness, depth location, and structure of potential geothermal reservoirs, as well as the location of potentially water-bearing fault zones. Potential geothermal reservoirs within the project area include Mesozoic and Permian sandstones and carbonates, as well as Carboniferous and Devonian carbonates.

Project Content: 2D seismic data acquisition, processing, and related services.

Scope of Services:

Lot 1: 2D seismic data acquisition, processing, etc. (see detailed bill of quantities)

Lot 2: Professional guidance, supervision, and quality control for the 2D seismic survey

CPV Codes: 71352100 (Seismic services); Additional CPV: 71352120 (Seismic data acquisition), 71352130 (Seismic data collection), 71352140 (Seismic data processing)

Technical Parameters: Exploration depth down to approximately 4 km; targeting the investigation of thickness, depth, structure, and water-bearing fault zones of potential geothermal reservoirs (Mesozoic and Permian sandstones and carbonates, Carboniferous and Devonian carbonates).

Quality Standards: Proof of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certification required (demonstrated via self-declaration).

Service Period: Not specified in the original text (marked as unknown)

Contract Type: Service Contract

Contract Value: Not provided in the original text

Payment Method: Electronic payment (Yes)

Bid Language: German, English

Bid Submission Method: Electronic submission, address: https://www.evergabe.nrw.de

Financial Capacity Requirements: Proof of professional liability insurance required (confirmed by ticking the grey field on page 8 of the tender documents).

Similar Project Experience Requirements: Proof of 3 reference projects within the last 3 years required (via self-declaration).

Company Registration Requirements: Proof of registration in the commercial register required (demonstrating professional qualification via self-declaration).

Evaluation Method: Comprehensive scoring

Lot 1: Price Category A (80%), Price Category B (15%), Price Category C (5%)

Lot 2: Price (20%), Personnel Experience (80%)

Price Scoring (Lot 1): Total weight 100% (Category A 80%, Category B 15%, Category C 5%)
Technical Scoring (Lot 2): Personnel Experience weight 80%

Tender Notice Publication Date: March 5, 2026

Deadline for Clarification Questions: March 31, 2026, 23:59:59 (Eastern European Time, Central European Summer Time)

Bid Submission Deadline: April 9, 2026, 10:00 (Eastern European Time, Central European Summer Time)

Bid Validity Period: 34 days

Project Funding Source: Non-EU funds

Lot Information: Total of 2 lots. Bidders may bid for a maximum of 2 lots and can be awarded contracts for a maximum of 2 lots.

Strategic Procurement: No strategic procurement