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title: "UKRI-1779 Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03026a"
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published: "2021-12-16"
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# UKRI-1779 Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03026a

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) and revolves around the title "UKRI-1779 Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits." This tender falls under the software package and information systems category, specifically related to the procurement of advanced software for integrated circuit design. The procurement method used was a limited procedure, which did not include prior publication of a competitive call. The contract, valued at USD 810,000, was awarded to Cadence Design Systems Ltd on 2nd December 2021, with all activities taking place in the East of England region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions, particularly those involved in electronic design automation and integrated circuit development. Companies that offer compatibility with existing systems, alongside the technical capacity to deliver the required software, would be particularly well-suited to engage in such procurement processes. The award also highlights the potential for smaller enterprises to compete, given the limited and specific nature of the procurement, ensuring a space for tailored offerings that meet strict technical criteria.

## Notice

UKRI-STFC have placed a contract with Cadence Design Systems for the provision of Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

UKRI-STFC placed with Cadence Design Systems for the provision of Advanced software for the computer aided design of integrated circuits.

### Procurement Information

A crucial aspect of procuring licenses and software, besides compatibility with STFC current designs, is backwards compatibility with past projects and intellectual property. If UKRI were to lose this backwards compatibility, significant additional effort and risk would have to be introduced in future projects to re-implement the designs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031475-2021 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £810,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLH East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2021 at 16:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031475-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=651516245

## Provenance

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