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title: "University of Southampton Provision of a Wafer Resistivity Prober"
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# University of Southampton Provision of a Wafer Resistivity Prober

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d110def6-beb0-4093-807c-f06b870a07f0

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has recently completed the procurement process for the provision of a Wafer Resistivity Prober, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its Zepler Institute Nanofabrication Facility cleanroom. This procurement falls under the category of Laboratory, optical and precision equipment (excluding glasses) and was conducted using an open tender procedure. The contract, which has a total value of £33,590, was awarded following the tender period that ended on 21 March 2019, and the contract is set to run from 28 May 2019 until 27 May 2022. The procurement was managed electronically through the In-Tend portal, ensuring efficient communication and documentation access for all bidders involved.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in laboratory equipment and automation technologies. Businesses with capabilities in manufacturing or supplying precision measurement tools, particularly those that can provide automated 200mm wafer systems, will find themselves well-positioned to compete in this growing market. Engaging with the University of Southampton not only allows businesses to expand their clientele but also strengthens their portfolio by associating with a prestigious educational institution.

## Notice

The Zepler Institute Nanofabrication Facility cleanroom at the University of Southampton has identified a need to procure an automated 200mm wafer 4 point resistivity prober. The acquisition of this equipment will support the facility's transition towards being fully 200mm wafer capable. Full details can be found on the File 2 Appendix 1 specification. Additional information: The University is utilising an electronic tendering tool (In-Tend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton) to manage this procurement and to communicate with bidders. All documentation in relation to this tender can be downloaded from the In-Tend portal. Bidders are advised that there will be no hard copy documents issued to organisations and all communications with the University including the submission of PQQ and/or Invitation to Tender Responses will be conducted via the In-Tend portal. Regular monitoring of the portal is the responsibility of the bidder. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the University of Southampton, you will need to register in In-Tend in order to access the tender documentation. Once you have logged in as a supplier: click on 'Tenders'; locate the relevant project; and click 'View Details'. Once you are in the project screen, you will be able to register your company against the project and access all documentation by clicking 'Express Interest'. Bidders are advised that formal expressions of interest in the project must be by way of completion and return of the relevant Pre-Qualification (if applicable) or Invitation to Tender documents via the In-Tend portal. Further instructions for the submission of Invitation to Tender responses are below. To submit your return, please follow the instructions below: 1. Log In 2. Click 'Tenders' 3. Locate the relevant project 4. View Details 5. Click on the tab relating to the relevant project stage (e.g. 'Invitation to Tender') 6. Click on the 'Attach Documents' button and upload your return. 7. Check ALL your response documents are uploaded and displayed in the "My Tender Return" panel. The system will only permit your organisation to make one return. 8. Click the red "Submit Return" button. Please note that, to preserve the integrity of the tendering procedure, all queries must made be via the correspondence function within the In-Tend portal. In accordance with Regulation 50, paragraph (2) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and subject to Article 5 and Annex 5, Part D (13) of Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (if applicable), the University intends to publish the value of any resulting contract at the award stage, and reserves the right to do so. By submitting a tender response, bidders are consenting to publication of this information unless otherwise agreed in advance with the University. Due to the nature of this project, it has been deemed unsuitable for division into lots. The risk of dividing the requirement would render the execution of the contract excessively technically difficult, not cost effective and would undermine the proper execution of the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15181716-9516-4e1d-a425-cae22787653b |
| 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 | 7 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Apr 2019 |
| Contract period | 27 May 2019 - 27 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £33,590 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHARNTEC ELECTRONICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 7 Jun 2019 at 09:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15181716-9516-4e1d-a425-cae22787653b
- 14 Mar 2019 at 09:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f90153a0-3466-4c2a-96ec-d6d6a8d4e103
- 20 Feb 2019 at 16:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f90153a0-3466-4c2a-96ec-d6d6a8d4e103

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15181716-9516-4e1d-a425-cae22787653b
  7th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f90153a0-3466-4c2a-96ec-d6d6a8d4e103
  14th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton
  Intend portal

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