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title: "Pulsed IV/RF System for DC/IV Measurements"
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# Pulsed IV/RF System for DC/IV Measurements

Buyer: COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTOR APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be04852b-0e10-486b-9a60-385ee3585c0d

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## Summary

The public procurement process is led by Compound Semiconductor Applications Catapult Limited, which is seeking to procure a "Pulsed IV/RF System for DC/IV Measurements" to enhance its laboratory capabilities. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically concerning laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender was part of an open procurement method and was active until 7 January 2022. The contract is set to commence on 21 January 2022 and extend until 20 January 2026, with a total estimated value of £80,000. Deliveries will be made to various locations within Wales, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in technological solutions or precision instruments, particularly those capable of delivering custom laboratory equipment or turn-key systems. Businesses focused on manufacturing multi-channel power supply units, digital multimeters, or comprehensive calibration services would be well-suited to compete for this contract, facilitating growth in the high-tech sector and strengthening their market presence alongside established procurement processes.

## Notice

The system should comprise of a 2U rack mounted system with multi-channel PSU, HD displays, system software, Digital multi-meter, calibration standards and documentation. The system will be capable of performing standalone, synchronous pulsing of the gate and drains of FETs. The system shall be capable of performing DC-IV measurement and S-parameters in both CW and pulsed mode. This should be a turn-key solution with a central user interface, and modularity for future upgrade potential. The system is required by the end of March 2022. Additional information: To express interest in this opportunity and receive the procurement documents, please email procurement@csa.catapult.org.uk with the reference ICT-2021-056 in the subject field.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df9d7b5b-6aef-48c3-a1de-4f7939310e63 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2022 - 26 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £101,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTOR APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8BE |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | APC TECHNOLOGY GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2022 at 10:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df9d7b5b-6aef-48c3-a1de-4f7939310e63
- 11 Dec 2021 at 12:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4c09a86-4d80-4db0-93f6-f074530fb33b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df9d7b5b-6aef-48c3-a1de-4f7939310e63
  21st April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4c09a86-4d80-4db0-93f6-f074530fb33b
  11th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://csa.catapult.org.uk

## Provenance

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