Commercial Use of Translational Research Hub (TRH) Cleanroom Facility

Tender description

Please note that this is to engage in the Preliminary Market Engagement at this stage i.e. this is not a tender. The tender is likely planned for November 2026 and this stage is to support that process.<br /><br />The University is seeking to engage with the market on an exploratory basis only to consider potential approaches, capabilities, and appetite relating to the operation and commercial use of a specialist cleanroom facility located within the University’s Translational Research Hub (TRH). This is to support the acceleration of the Authority’s mission for innovation and regional economic growth across the Cardiff Capital Region. <br /><br />The University is seeking expressions of interest from organisations with relevant experience in operating or managing specialist cleanroom, laboratory, or semiconductor fabrication facilities. <br />Through this premarket engagement, the University is seeking market feedback on potential commercial and operational models. <br />No preferred commercial or other operating model has been selected at this stage.<br /><br />Interested organisations are invited to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) Response Document as confirmation of interest in participating in discussions.<br />Responses should be submitted via In Tend (this e-tendering portal) by the deadline of Friday, 5th June 2026.<br /><br />