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200mm Capable High Resolution Imaging Equipment

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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27 Nov 2024 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton, located in Southampton, England, conducted a procurement process for the acquisition of a 200mm capable high-resolution imaging equipment, specifically an ultra-high-resolution scanning electron microscope (UHR-SEM). This tender, classified under CPV 38000000 for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, followed a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 26 August 2024, and the contract was awarded on 25 November 2024 with the contract period spanning from 25 November 2024 to 24 November 2027. The procurement, valued at £1,445,700, aims to strengthen the capabilities of the Zepler Cleanrooms within the UK semiconductor fabrication ecosystem, supporting 200mm wafer-scale processing in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in high-resolution imaging and semiconductor research equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provide cutting-edge laboratory and precision instruments can benefit from participating in such procurements. The procuring entity, the University of Southampton, intends to foster advancements in material and device performance analysis, thereby contributing to national semiconductor research and development. Businesses that can offer sophisticated equipment with efficient fabrication capabilities and sustainable resource management will be well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

200mm Capable High Resolution Imaging Equipment

Notice Description

The University of Southampton Zepler Cleanrooms were looking to purchase in a 200mm wafer capable, ultra-high resolution scanning electron microscope (UHR-SEM). The equipment will deliver efficient fabrication at the wafer scale, process waste reduction and sustainable resource management via enabling of routine imaging and materials analysis, whilst remaining accessible in terms of ease of operation and training for a diverse user base at the academic research level. The proposed equipment is a state-of-the art sub-nanometre, ultra-high resolution scanning electron microscope for fast imaging time to results, shortening the inspection loop in wafer-scale device fabrication, and maintaining the quality of material platforms and lithographic tolerances. By acquiring this equipment, the Zepler Cleanrooms intend: * To be a centre for wafer-scale analysis of material, device performance, and fabrication quality management * To be an integral part of the UK semiconductor fabrication ecosystem that supports 200mm wafer-scale processing. * To provide national semiconductor research and development capability of high- throughput inspection and process yield evaluation for up to 200mm wafers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dd0888a9-354c-45b4-abd8-0bff028836cd
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5db101cc-990f-463a-bd78-dec1dd960af5
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,445,700 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,445,700 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
25 Nov 2024 - 24 Nov 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FEI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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