Tender

Sub-Micron Bonder

COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTOR APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED

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Tender

14 Jul 2020 at 16:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Compound Semiconductor Applications Catapult Limited is currently seeking suppliers for the procurement of a "Sub-Micron Bonder" intended for their new prototype package assembly and test facility located in Newport, Wales. This tender is in the open procurement stage, with a deadline for submissions on 13th August 2020. The total value of the contract is estimated at £450,000, with a minimum value of £350,000. The related procurement method is open, aimed at acquiring goods specifically within the electronic equipment and laboratory equipment industries.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing and high-precision assembly technologies. Companies capable of providing flexible, modular assembly machines that support micro-processing applications would be particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, suppliers prepared to offer installation, training, and ongoing maintenance for the equipment could enhance their competitive edge in this growing sector of the UK economy.

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Notice Title

Sub-Micron Bonder

Notice Description

The Compound Semiconductor Applications (CSA) Catapult is creating a modular, flexible, accelerated prototype package assembly and test facility for RF, Photonics, and Power compound semiconductor devices, modules and systems. The facility enables research, proof of concept and provides capability to demonstrate feasibility and undertake small volume prototype builds. As part of the package assembly research and development methodology we require a machine to perform sub-micron die placement for several growth areas in compound semiconductor packaging. This machine shall be capable of handling very small die in applications where their precision placement is a high priority; typical examples of this are micro LED's, laser diode assembly, micro optics assembly, VCSEL, photo diode arrays, III-V semiconductor die attachment to ROIC (hybridisation) and image sensor assembly. This shall also support future technology growth areas in packaging such as 2.5D and 3D IC packaging, multi-chip modules, flex on board and chip on glass. Capability to have optional upgrades, such as integration of active alignment for photonics device assembly would be advantageous. The equipment shall be flexible and have several technologies available to mount die onto a substrate: dispensing, sintering, thermocompression bonding UV curing and ultrasonic bonding. Other process modules to support die placement and processing would include die heating and substrate heating, a process gas module for applications like formic acid etching for low temperature bumping, mechanical handling of parts and a module to support high bonding forces. The manufacturer/authorised vendor shall install the system at the Innovation Centre, CSA Catapult, within the Advanced Packaging Laboratory, which will be equipped with access to all power and services for full installation and operation and be used to support contract research and development or commercial opportunities within the UK. The manufacturer/authorised vendor is also responsible for providing necessary training, warranty and service/maintenance support The system architecture is expected to be a standalone machine with a number of modules and tool options to allow the micro assembly of die with a sub-micron placement accuracy. The system shall provide user-controlled interface for the assembly of die into devices for RF, Photonics and Power packaging. The system should have capability to be used for both prototype device and low volume production quantities. The system shall be easy to configure and change for the user to allow different processes. A system solution is required that is flexible and upgradeable in the future. Additional module options can then be purchased based on changing industry trends or specific requirements from customers or partners for technology development. The system should also include user software, installation, and training. Additional information: Please note that the equipment will be required to be delivered to the laboratory in Newport, Wales, by the end of December 2020. To express interest in this requirement and receive the tender documents, please email procurement@csa.catapult.org.uk with the reference ITC-2020-037 in the subject field.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc87ecec-23a4-46ba-8101-01fb90143951
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

31710000 - Electronic equipment

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Dec 2020 - 17 Dec 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTOR APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8BE
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Further Information

Notice Documents

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