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UKRI-1779 Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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16 Dec 2021 at 16:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) and revolves around the title "UKRI-1779 Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits." This tender falls under the software package and information systems category, specifically related to the procurement of advanced software for integrated circuit design. The procurement method used was a limited procedure, which did not include prior publication of a competitive call. The contract, valued at USD 810,000, was awarded to Cadence Design Systems Ltd on 2nd December 2021, with all activities taking place in the East of England region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions, particularly those involved in electronic design automation and integrated circuit development. Companies that offer compatibility with existing systems, alongside the technical capacity to deliver the required software, would be particularly well-suited to engage in such procurement processes. The award also highlights the potential for smaller enterprises to compete, given the limited and specific nature of the procurement, ensuring a space for tailored offerings that meet strict technical criteria.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1779 Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits

Notice Description

UKRI-STFC have placed a contract with Cadence Design Systems for the provision of Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UKRI-STFC placed with Cadence Design Systems for the provision of Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits.

Procurement Information

A crucial aspect of procuring licenses and software, besides compatibility with STFC current designs, is backwards compatibility with past projects and intellectual property. If UKRI were to lose this backwards compatibility, significant additional effort and risk would have to be introduced in future projects to re-implement the designs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03026a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031475-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£810,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS

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