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Atomic Layer Etching for 2DM studies

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Background information on Project This tender is being run on behalf of Prof. Roman Gorbachev for the School of Physics and Astronomy/National Graphene Institute. Project Overview The National Graphene Institute (NGI) has a large cleanroom facility housing a range of state-of-the-art instruments dedicated to the fabrication and characterization of 2D related metamaterials and devices for a broad range of applications, from advanced optoelectronics to nanofluidics. An essential part of many fabrication processes is the capability to dry etch materials. A range of plasma-based dry etching techniques have been developed for 2D materials (2DM), primarily to completely remove specific regions in order to create a pattern defined by a lithographic mask. "Thinning down" of atomically thin 2DM by etching so far remains problematic, as the surface amorphization leads to complete loss of their unique properties. Subsequently, "soft-plasma" etching techniques were developed to approach layer-by-layer etching of various 2DM. These methods provide great control of the thickness, but they are not self-limiting in nature due to associated physical etching processes and thus require careful optimization of many dry etching parameters. Even then, damage to the underlaying materials is frequent, limiting its use for nanotechnology applications that demand the highest crystal quality (quantum technologies, sensors, etc.). To overcome these limitations, this project aims to study the use of Atomic Layer Etching (ALE) of 2DM, using multi-step, self-limiting reactions to allow precise (layer-by-layer), highly selective and low damage etching. The proposed platform must include the capability to perform ALE in addition to the conventional inductively coupled plasma (ICP) and/or reactive ion etching (RIE) processes, with fast recipe control and fine tuning of low bias powers. Apart from "thinning down" of 2DM, more controllable and reliable ICP/RIE will also benefit a range of already existing processes in terms of reproducibility, uniformity and control, such as clean layer transfers for heterostructure fabrication and synthesis of high-quality ohmic contacts to 2DM. Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EPSRC Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-b5fd17-e48529c2-2e54-450d-ae7c-2fa4b7403479
Publication Source: Contracts Finder
Latest Notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bc7e561-86b5-46f8-a3e6-782bdd0b70e1
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

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

CPV Codes

22520000 - Dry-etching equipment

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: Not specified
Lots Value: Not specified
Awards Value: Not specified
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 4 Apr 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline: 7 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date: Not specified
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: 17 May 2024 - 6 May 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

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

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
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Buyer Location

Locality: MANCHESTER
Postcode: M13 9PL
Post Town: Manchester
Country: England
Major Region (ITL 1): TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2): TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3): TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location: TLD North West (England)
Local Authority: Manchester
Electoral Ward: Hulme
Westminster Constituency: Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bc7e561-86b5-46f8-a3e6-782bdd0b70e1
4th April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/
Additional information on how to apply for this contract

Notice URLs

https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity

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