--- title: "Evaluation for end of ICS Operation" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-118863" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-118863" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-118863.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-118863.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CARDIFF UNIVERSITY" published: "2022-03-31" --- # Evaluation for end of ICS Operation Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-kuma6s-118863 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-118863) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-118863.json) ## Summary Cardiff University is inviting tenders for the "Evaluation for end of ICS Operation" project, aimed at assessing the final phase of a significant initiative under the ERDF Investment Priority Axis 1, focusing on research and innovation in compound semiconductors. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 7th March 2022. The project relates to a substantial operation valued at £32 million, which commenced on 1st October 2016 and is intended to conclude by 31st December 2022. This initiative is located in Cardiff, specifically at the new Translational Research Hub in Maindy Road. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in evaluation consultancy services, particularly those with experience in the technological and research sectors. Firms capable of conducting comprehensive assessments and evaluations of research initiatives are well-suited to compete for this contract, which will enhance their visibility and credibility in the market. By participating, businesses can contribute to the advancement of the semiconductor industry in South East Wales, positioning themselves as key players in a growing field recognised for its commercial significance in Europe. ## Notice The Institute for Compound Semiconductors ("the Operation") is a 6 year and 2 months, PS32million operation (PS13M ERDF) under the ERDF Investment Priority Axis 1, which is focused on the development of research, technological development and innovation. The Operation commenced on 1st October 2016 and will conclude on 31st December 2022 (following a no cost extension from 31/03/2022). The ICS delivers under Specific Objective 1.2 which aims "to increase the successful translation of research and innovation processes into new and improved commercial products, processes and services, in particular through improved technology transfer from HEIs".To achieve this the ICS Operation is building, and will equip and resource, a new cleanroom in Cardiff University's new Translational Research Hub (TRH) at Maindy Road, specifically aimed at the development and production of compound semiconductors (CS). The ICS already provides a link between the research laboratory and the commercial world, and the new cleanroom will enable us to expand that activity. Ultimately, working with our regional partners in the CSconnected cluster, the goal is for the South East Wales region to be recognised as the fifth cluster for semiconductors in Europe, and the first for Compound Semiconductors.As part of the funding requirements the ICS Operation was required to undergo an inception, a mid-term and a final evaluation. The inception and mid-term were carried out and delivered in 2018 and January 2020 respectively. This document invites tenders for the final evaluation. The final evaluation should build on the conclusions and recommendations of the Mid-term External Evaluation report. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=118863 | | Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 31 Mar 2022 | | Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 31 Mar 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 | MILLER RESEARCH (UK | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services ## Release History - 31 Mar 2022 at 12:36 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=118863 - 18 Feb 2022 at 14:12 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=118863 ## Notice URLs - http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffuniversity/aspx/Home - https://www.miller-research.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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