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EBeam Lithographer

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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02 Mar 2026 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

The University Of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for an Electron Beam Lithography System titled 'EBeam Lithographer'. The procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, requiring advanced technology specifications. The procurement stage is marked complete, with a contract awarded on 19th February 2026. The goods are to be delivered to Edinburgh, Scotland (region UKM75), and are part of a limited procurement method conducted without prior publication due to technical reasons, with JEOL (UK) Ltd identified as the sole supplier capable of fulfilling this requirement. The contract is valued at £2,398,869 GBP.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in high-tech equipment manufacturing, particularly in the field of electron beam technology. Although competition was limited for technical reasons, companies with the capability to develop or supply similar high precision technical equipment could benefit from understanding the specifications required by such institutions. Engaging with universities in research and development activities provides potential for innovation partnerships, product development, and expanding into niche markets within scientific sectors. Despite only one bid being received, businesses that can meet or replicate these specific technical requirements may enhance their credibility and market presence in this specialised equipment sector.

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Notice Title

EBeam Lithographer

Notice Description

The University has a requirement for an Electron Beam lithography system which has an acceleration voltage of at least 200 kV. It must be capable of the following: a) Ultra-fine line lithography: 3 nm linewidth, using commercially available resists. This can be obtained by its single-nm digit beam diameter. b) Ultra-high position accuracy: This can be obtained by a laser interferometer with A (sub-1 nm) reading resolution, enabling a stitching accuracy of +-8 nm and overlay accuracy of +-8 nm. c) Uniform fine pattern writing over entire field: Uniform nm-scale lines can be drawn from edge to edge across a large field (>=2000mm) without the need for stitching. This guarantees better accuracy, eliminates the need for stage movement, and enhances writing speed and throughput. d) High throughput lithography: This will be enabled by a 125 MHz (or higher) high-speed deflection system coupled with a new electron beam column design. e) Wafer scale (& multi wafer) processing: Single cassette auto-loader supporting 8-inch wafers with a multi-cassette automatic sample loading system. Fast loading and pumping time. f) Flexibility in sample holders: Offer the ability to simultaneously handle a variety of wafer sizes by incorporating distinct holders for processing full wafers (2-8 inches) and/or small. g) Software: SEM Imaging Software, Alignment Software and CAD designing Software, which allows using and/or converting into industry standard GDSII and DXF file formats. It is believed the JEOL JBX-8100FS G3 Electron Beam Lithography System is the sole machine which complies with these requirements. Therefore, we deem competition is absent for technical reasons.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University has a requirement for an Electron Beam lithography system which has an acceleration voltage of at least 200 kV. It must be capable of the following: a) Ultra-fine line lithography: 3 nm linewidth, using commercially available resists. This can be obtained by its single-nm digit beam diameter. b) Ultra-high position accuracy: This can be obtained by a laser interferometer with A (sub-1 nm) reading resolution, enabling a stitching accuracy of +-8 nm and overlay accuracy of +-8 nm. c) Uniform fine pattern writing over entire field: Uniform nm-scale lines can be drawn from edge to edge across a large field (>=2000mm) without the need for stitching. This guarantees better accuracy, eliminates the need for stage movement, and enhances writing speed and throughput. d) High throughput lithography: This will be enabled by a 125 MHz (or higher) high-speed deflection system coupled with a new electron beam column design. e) Wafer scale (& multi wafer) processing: Single cassette auto-loader supporting 8-inch wafers with a multi-cassette automatic sample loading system. Fast loading and pumping time. f) Flexibility in sample holders: Offer the ability to simultaneously handle a variety of wafer sizes by incorporating distinct holders for processing full wafers (2-8 inches) and/or small. g) Software: SEM Imaging Software, Alignment Software and CAD designing Software, which allows using and/or converting into industry standard GDSII and DXF file formats. It is believed the JEOL JBX-8100FS G3 Electron Beam Lithography System is the sole machine which complies with these requirements. Therefore, we deem competition is absent for technical reasons.

Options: For transparency, extensions to service arrangements, and spare parts, may be purchased from the awarded supplier.

Procurement Information

The University has a requirement for an Electron Beam lithography system which has an acceleration voltage of at least 200 kV. It must be capable of the following:

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065fc1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018498-2026
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,398,869 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20263 weeks 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
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JEOL (UK

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