I am curious as to the following, and without naming names: 

The 'experienced geophysics contractor' - is this an organization or individual(s) that have been worked with in the past, or is there some relationship of standing, or 'reputation' that makes the possibility discussed appear to be 'particularly' worth investigating?

A related question would be: Is there a particular reason, knowledge, or skill set that - in THIS instance - led the contractor to Liberty Star, or Liberty Star to the contractor?

Lastly: Which party approached the other?

Thank you