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title: "Hydrogen generation system for semiconductor manufacture"
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# Hydrogen generation system for semiconductor manufacture

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02d7bb

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking a tender for a hydrogen generation system aimed at enhancing semiconductor manufacture. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on gas network equipment. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a total value of £500,000. Interested suppliers should note that market engagement activities are scheduled from 6th to 24th September, and stakeholders can arrange site visits until 17th September. The delivery location will be at the Centre for Nanoscience and Technology, Broad Lane, Sheffield, S3 7HQ, and the desired hydrogen system requires specific operational parameters, including a supply pressure of 30 bar and a peak mass flow rate of around 25kg per day.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in gas generation technology, particularly those that can offer reliable and sustainable solutions tailored for semiconductor applications. Companies with expertise in providing high-purity hydrogen systems, along with exemplary after-sales service, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, suppliers that can accommodate the necessary specifications and demonstrate a commitment to innovative, cost-effective technology will be positioned favourably in this tendering process.

## Notice

The National Epitaxy Facility (NEF) at the University of Sheffield is a nationally important supplier of semiconductor materials for research and development in Universities and industry across the UK. A reliable supply of high purity hydrogen is key to the work of the NEF and our other research groups in semiconductor production. Our existing PEM-based hydrogen generation system is approaching end of life and a replacement system is required. Our hydrogen supply operates at 30 bar and a peak mass flow rate of approximately 25kg per day, with an average daily consumption of 12kg per day. Our hydrogen system feeds purifiers that ideally require 99.999% purity to minimise maintenance costs and ensure high purity feed to our reactors. We are looking for a replacement hydrogen generator that can meet our existing demand in the existing footprint, with a reliable, sustainable and cost effective technology. Reliability of supply is a key factor, and hence an exemplary after sales service is a must.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

A turnkey, fixed price solution is required for a hydrogen generation system that meets the following criteria. The system operates within a built environment at an ambient temperature of 20oc, within a ventilated steel enclosure with a footprint of 3.6 x 4.8m, max height 2.8 m. If expansion is required the available space is 5.2 x 9 x 3.5m high. Minimum 99.99% Hydrogen purity, 99.999% preferred. 20 micron maximum particle size, 10 micron preferred for purifier input. Post purifier purity for reactor input is 3 micron or less. No sulphur or sulphur compounds. Water Vapor < 5 PPM, -65degC Dewpoint. N2 < 2 ppm. O2 < 1 ppm. All other impurities undetectable Additional information: Market Engagement: We welcome site visits from potential suppliers during the period 6th-24th September. Meetings and site visits must be arranged no later than 17th September. Format: individual, non-confidential meetings, either face-to-face or virtual, or on-site to include a site survey. Contact to arrange meetings: Dr Steve Mason by email: steve.mason@sheffield.ac.uk or telephone 07834 722103. Address for site visits: Centre for Nanoscience and Technology, Broad Lane, Sheffield, S3 7HQ.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020578-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Oct 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE32 Sheffield |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 24 - Chemical products
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 09120000 - Gaseous fuels
- 24100000 - Gases
- 39340000 - Gas network equipment

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2021 at 09:12 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020578-2021
- 22 Aug 2021 at 16:44 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020556-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home
- https://www.sheffield.ac.uk

## Provenance

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