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(NU1433-13) Nascent Semiconductor: The Provision of Business Consultancy to Assist Commercialisation of University Research.

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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04 Nov 2020 at 10:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process involved Newcastle University seeking a business consultancy to assist with the commercialisation of its nascent semiconductor venture, Nascent Semiconductor. This initiative is focused on developing electronic technology for extreme environments, with the tender classified under business and management consultancy services. The procurement was executed through a selective method, ending on 4 September 2020, with a total contract value of £30,000. The active award for the consultancy work was confirmed on 22 October 2020, with the contract scheduled to commence on 26 October 2020 and conclude by 30 September 2021. The procurement activities are centred in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those experienced in the semiconductor industry and technology transfer. Companies with a background in high-reliability sectors and a solid understanding of silicon carbide manufacturing are well-positioned to engage in similar projects. The expected collaboration with Newcastle University offers potential growth avenues for SMEs looking to expand their footprint in innovative technological developments and commercialisation processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(NU1433-13) Nascent Semiconductor: The Provision of Business Consultancy to Assist Commercialisation of University Research.

Notice Description

Nascent Semiconductor (NS) is a proposed spin out from Durham University's Department of Engineering. It intends to develop electronic technology that can operate in environments that are not possible with conventional, commercially available semiconductor technologies. The vision for NS is a research intensive, self-sustaining business, helping a range of customers solve diverse extreme environment engineering problems, for example those containing very high temperature, radioactive and/or chemically aggressive species. Activity of the business will include: design, modelling and integration of manufactured components and real-life market testing. To make NS a reality, we are looking for a business adviser who is able to optimise the vision, work alongside the academic founder and lead on all commercial aspects of NS to enable the transition from University pre-spin out to a fully-fledged Northeast company. This will entail developing a business plan, engaging potential customers and obtaining the first investment. The advisor will need to have experience in the transfer of early TRL research to a commercial product in a range of markets, including those where high reliability is the primary focus. The CEO will need to have a demonstrable track record in the development of semiconductor components, ideally with knowledge / experience of silicon carbide. Knowledge of the silicon carbide supply chain and major companies involved in the manufacture of silicon carbide devices will be an advantage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbf0e1cd-5b00-4f33-9d16-bdf7829f48f8
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
26 Oct 2020 - 30 Sep 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GREY CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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