Foundry (TBD)

The Department of Commerce is forecasting a project focused on overcoming critical performance, yield, and reproducibility challenges in advanced semiconductor transistor technology. To address the limitations of legacy measurement techniques and underperforming models currently used by US chip makers, the initiative aims to establish a robust framework for developing and verifying high-frequency transistor models. This comprehensive approach includes the implementation of new on-wafer standards and calibration, precision noise measurements for quality assurance, and the creation of technology-tailored models verified across frequencies using key performance indicators. This forecast is categorized under NAICS code 334413 and is slated for performance in Boulder. Interested parties can coordinate with the Department of Commerce, specifically through the designated point of contact, Nathali Medina, or the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization. The project represents a strategic effort to modernize semiconductor characterization and modeling to ensure higher precision and reliability in chip manufacturing.