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title: "Semiconductor device modelling software"
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# Semiconductor device modelling software

Buyer: COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTOR APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9465dcd-fd5e-40ad-9699-696801679ec0

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## Summary

The public procurement process is led by the Compound Semiconductor Applications Catapult Limited, which is seeking to procure semiconductor device characterisation and modelling software under the Open Accelerated Procedure. This procurement process has been classified under the electronic equipment industry category and invites tenders that are due by 2nd February 2018. The contract is intended to commence on 16th February 2018 and is valued at £400,000, with a minimum contract value of £50,000. The work location encompasses the United Kingdom and wider regions, including British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electronic equipment, software development, and related services, particularly those with experience in laboratory and precision equipment. Companies that can meet the urgent needs of the CSA Catapult are encouraged to apply, as the procurement timeline has been expedited due to the strategic requirements of opening an innovation centre. This contract also presents a chance for larger suppliers capable of delivering complex software solutions to engage in competitive procurement.

## Notice

The CSA Catapult is seeking to purchase semiconductor device characterisation and modelling software as described in the specification. The Catapult may also purchase additional related services. Additional information: To express interest in this requirement and receive the relevant documents, please email procurement@csa.catapult.org.uk with the reference ITC-2018-011 in the subject field.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c7ff1c8-517a-449e-95ce-a854af4a1142 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Accelerated Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 15 Mar 2018 - 13 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £303,000 |
| 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 | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 4DQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Butetown |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 31710000 - Electronic equipment
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2018 at 13:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c7ff1c8-517a-449e-95ce-a854af4a1142
- 22 Jan 2018 at 18:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e404db6-2750-4bef-b30e-b2f9a61b72be
- 19 Jan 2018 at 11:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e404db6-2750-4bef-b30e-b2f9a61b72be

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c7ff1c8-517a-449e-95ce-a854af4a1142
  10th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e404db6-2750-4bef-b30e-b2f9a61b72be
  22nd January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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