Tender

Hydrogen generation system for semiconductor manufacture

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

23 Aug 2021 at 09:12

Planning

22 Aug 2021 at 16:44

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is seeking a tender for a hydrogen generation system aimed at enhancing semiconductor manufacture. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on gas network equipment. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a total value of £500,000. Interested suppliers should note that market engagement activities are scheduled from 6th to 24th September, and stakeholders can arrange site visits until 17th September. The delivery location will be at the Centre for Nanoscience and Technology, Broad Lane, Sheffield, S3 7HQ, and the desired hydrogen system requires specific operational parameters, including a supply pressure of 30 bar and a peak mass flow rate of around 25kg per day.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in gas generation technology, particularly those that can offer reliable and sustainable solutions tailored for semiconductor applications. Companies with expertise in providing high-purity hydrogen systems, along with exemplary after-sales service, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, suppliers that can accommodate the necessary specifications and demonstrate a commitment to innovative, cost-effective technology will be positioned favourably in this tendering process.

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Notice Title

Hydrogen generation system for semiconductor manufacture

Notice Description

The National Epitaxy Facility (NEF) at the University of Sheffield is a nationally important supplier of semiconductor materials for research and development in Universities and industry across the UK. A reliable supply of high purity hydrogen is key to the work of the NEF and our other research groups in semiconductor production. Our existing PEM-based hydrogen generation system is approaching end of life and a replacement system is required. Our hydrogen supply operates at 30 bar and a peak mass flow rate of approximately 25kg per day, with an average daily consumption of 12kg per day. Our hydrogen system feeds purifiers that ideally require 99.999% purity to minimise maintenance costs and ensure high purity feed to our reactors. We are looking for a replacement hydrogen generator that can meet our existing demand in the existing footprint, with a reliable, sustainable and cost effective technology. Reliability of supply is a key factor, and hence an exemplary after sales service is a must.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A turnkey, fixed price solution is required for a hydrogen generation system that meets the following criteria. The system operates within a built environment at an ambient temperature of 20oc, within a ventilated steel enclosure with a footprint of 3.6 x 4.8m, max height 2.8 m. If expansion is required the available space is 5.2 x 9 x 3.5m high. Minimum 99.99% Hydrogen purity, 99.999% preferred. 20 micron maximum particle size, 10 micron preferred for purifier input. Post purifier purity for reactor input is 3 micron or less. No sulphur or sulphur compounds. Water Vapor < 5 PPM, -65degC Dewpoint. N2 < 2 ppm. O2 < 1 ppm. All other impurities undetectable Additional information: Market Engagement: We welcome site visits from potential suppliers during the period 6th-24th September. Meetings and site visits must be arranged no later than 17th September. Format: individual, non-confidential meetings, either face-to-face or virtual, or on-site to include a site survey. Contact to arrange meetings: Dr Steve Mason by email: steve.mason@sheffield.ac.uk or telephone 07834 722103. Address for site visits: Centre for Nanoscience and Technology, Broad Lane, Sheffield, S3 7HQ.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02d7bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020578-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

24 - Chemical products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

09120000 - Gaseous fuels

24100000 - Gases

39340000 - Gas network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Oct 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
David Middle
Contact Email
dave.middle@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1142221560

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE32 Sheffield

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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