---
title: "200mm Wafer Inspection Microscope"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-116363"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CARDIFF UNIVERSITY"
published: "2022-01-20"
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# 200mm Wafer Inspection Microscope

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-116363

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Cardiff University, which is seeking to acquire a 200mm Wafer Inspection Microscope. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on microscopes, and is primarily aimed at suppliers located within Cardiff. The procurement method utilised for this tender is open, allowing broad participation. The tender period ended on December 15, 2021, while the award was finalised on January 20, 2022, with the contract now active following the signing date.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those with capabilities in optical and imaging technology. Companies that manufacture or supply microscopes or related accessories are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with Cardiff University could also provide potential for future collaborations, given the institution's involvement in innovative projects typically financed by public funds.

## Notice

The requirement is for a bench top microscope capable of imaging both 200mm wafers and also smaller test pieces of semiconductor, typically 10 x 10 mm in size. A camera with image capture and metrology software is to be supplied with the microscope.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116363 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF24 0DE |
| 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 | Adamsdown |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEYENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38510000 - Microscopes

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2022 at 14:32 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116363
- 1 Dec 2021 at 13:53 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116363

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/aspx/Home
- https://www.keyence.co.uk

## Provenance

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