Vision and Mission
A high-velocity, collaborative, secure innovation platform that changes the way new semiconductor foundational technologies and process equipment are developed and commercialized to accelerate industry time-to-market and lower overall research and development costs.
- Accelerate innovation and commercialization of foundational technologies that define ‘how future chips are made’
- Accelerate development and commercialization of next-generation semiconductor equipment
- Advance development and adoption of digital productivity tools (simulation and modeling, data analytics and machine learning) to improve manufacturing outcomes
- Help create future innovation and manufacturing talent pipeline
Key Facts
Largest infrastructure investment in Applied’s history
- Incremental capital investments of up to $4 billion over the next seven years
- Expected nexus of more than $25 billion in company R&D investments in the first 10 years
Biggest facility of its kind in the world
- Focused on collaborative semiconductor process technology and manufacturing equipment R&D
- Expected to be complete by early 2026
First time collaborative model has been brought upstream to the equipment space
- Broadest and most advanced equipment set available for chipmaker R&D
- First time chipmakers can have dedicated space within an equipment company’s R&D fab
Strengthens university pipelines
- University researchers access industrial-scale equipment and develop the talent the industry needs
Creates new jobs
- Up to 2,000 new engineering jobs in Silicon Valley + 1,500 construction jobs during the building period
Timeline and Prequalification
During the building period, we expect to employ up to 1,500 dedicated construction workers who share our commitment to excellence, innovation, and meticulous craftsmanship.
We are reaching out to skilled subcontractors like yourself to join us on this extraordinary journey, to lend your expertise and become an integral part of this historic venture.
Procurement Timeline
- Bid packages
- Core & Shell – July/August 2024
- Architectural Interiors – September 2024
- MEP – October/December 2024
- Remaining Site Work – August 2024
- Construction started: April 2024
- Anticipated construction completion: 2026
Prequalification
To be eligible to receive project documentation about the construction of the EPIC Center:
- Complete a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA): We value your trust and aim to foster a transparent yet confidential relationship. By completing the NDA, you commit to upholding the integrity of the project’s sensitive information. Complete the Non-Disclosure Agreement Here.
- Complete the Prequalification Form: Complete the prequalification on Hoffman’s Trade Partner page. Your completion of the prequalification form helps us understand your skills, capabilities, and capacity to contribute effectively to this ambitious project.