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Template – PDK Access Request and Acknowledgement Form

PDK Access Request Form

PDK Access Request and Acknowledgement Form

Foundry: FOUNDRY NAME | Process Node: PROCESS NODE | PDK Version: PDK VERSION

Instructions:

  • Complete all applicable fields. Required fields will be checked upon validation.
  • Click on fields like this to enter information.
  • Hover over terms like this for explanations.
  • Use checkboxes for selections.
  • Click “Save as PDF” to generate a completed form. Ensure an NDA is in place before submission.

1. COMPANY INFORMATION

Enter Company Name
Enter Street Address
Enter City, State, Zip
Enter Country

2. PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION

This is the primary technical or administrative contact for this PDK request.

Enter Contact Name
Enter Contact Title
Enter Contact Email
Enter Contact Phone

3. PROJECT INFORMATION

Enter Project Name/Code
Provide a brief description of the intended use of the PDK…

Estimated Production Timeline:

MM/YYYY
MM/YYYY
MM/YYYY
e.g., 1M units/year

4. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

e.g., 28nm HPC+

PDK Components Requested: (Check all that apply)

Specify other needed components

EDA Tools to be Used:

e.g., Cadence Virtuoso…
e.g., Cadence Virtuoso…
e.g., Spectre, HSPICE…
e.g., Calibre, PVS…

5. ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZED USERS

List all personnel who require access to the PDK (attach additional sheets if necessary):

Name
Title
Email
Phone
User 1 Name
User 1 Title
User 1 Email
User 1 Phone
User 2 Name
User 2 Title
User 2 Email
User 2 Phone

6. THIRD-PARTY DESIGN PARTNERS

Will any third-party design houses, contractors, or consultants require access to the PDK?

7. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND TERMS OF USE

By signing this form, the undersigned acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions:

All PDK materials, including but not limited to design rules, device models, standard cell libraries, and documentation (collectively, “PDK Materials“) are the proprietary and confidential information of FOUNDRY NAME (“FOUNDRY”).

The company identified above (“COMPANY”) and its authorized users shall:

  • Maintain the confidentiality of the PDK Materials;
  • Use the PDK Materials solely for the purpose of designing integrated circuits to be manufactured by FOUNDRY;
  • Not disclose, distribute, or transfer the PDK Materials to any unauthorized third party;
  • Not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software or other components of the PDK Materials;
  • Not use the PDK Materials to develop or improve competing foundry processes or technologies;
  • Implement appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access to the PDK Materials;
  • Notify FOUNDRY immediately upon discovery of any unauthorized use or disclosure of the PDK Materials.

Upon termination of the business relationship between COMPANY and FOUNDRY, or upon FOUNDRY’s request, COMPANY shall promptly return or destroy all copies of the PDK Materials and provide written certification of such destruction.

Access to the PDK Materials is granted on a temporary basis and may be revoked by FOUNDRY at any time.

COMPANY acknowledges that full use of the PDK Materials requires a separate Technology Usage License Agreement with FOUNDRY, which shall govern the terms and conditions for the design, development, and manufacturing of products using FOUNDRY’s technology.

PDK Materials are provided “AS IS” without warranty of any kind. FOUNDRY disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

COMPANY shall indemnify and hold harmless FOUNDRY from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from COMPANY’s use of the PDK Materials or breach of these terms.

This acknowledgement shall be governed by the laws of JURISDICTION without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

COMPANY understands that a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) must be in place between COMPANY and FOUNDRY before any PDK Materials will be provided.

NDA Status:

( MM/DD/YYYY)

8. AUTHORIZATION

Enter Printed Name
Enter Title
MM/DD/YYYY
Signature (Type Name)

(Must be signed by an authorized representative of the company)

FOR FOUNDRY USE ONLY

_____________________________
_____________________________

Approval Status:

Approved
Approved with Conditions
Denied
________________________________________________
________________________________________________
_____________________________
_____________________________
_____________________________
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APPENDIX A: PDK COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION

Design Rules Manual: Comprehensive documentation of all design rules and constraints for the process technology.

Process Design Rules: Specific technical parameters and limitations for the manufacturing process.

DRC/LVS Rule Decks: Electronic rule decks for Design Rule Checking and Layout vs. Schematic verification.

Device Models: SPICE models for active and passive devices in the process.

PCells/Layout Generators: Parameterized cells and automated layout generation tools.

Standard Cell Libraries: Digital logic library cells with characterized timing and power parameters.

I/O Libraries: Input/Output interface cells for chip boundary connections.

Memory Compilers: Tools for generating optimized memory blocks.

Analog/Mixed-Signal IP: Pre-designed analog and mixed-signal intellectual property blocks.

ESD Libraries: Electrostatic discharge protection cells and structures.

APPENDIX B: PDK ACCESS PROCEDURE

  • Submission of Request Form: Complete and submit this form to your FOUNDRY account representative.
  • NDA Verification: Ensure an appropriate Non-Disclosure Agreement is in place.
  • Request Review: FOUNDRY will review your request and may contact you for additional information.
  • Approval Process: Upon approval, you will receive confirmation and instructions for accessing the PDK.
  • User Setup: FOUNDRY will create accounts for authorized users in the secure PDK portal.
  • Training: Optional training sessions may be arranged for new PDK users.
  • Support: Technical support contacts will be provided for PDK-related questions.
  • Updates: Notification system for PDK updates and new versions.
  • Technology License Agreement: For proceeding to manufacturing, a comprehensive Technology Usage License Agreement must be executed.

Please allow NUMBER business days for processing of your request.

For questions regarding this form or the PDK access process, please contact:

PDK Support Team
Email: PDK_SUPPORT_EMAIL
Phone: PDK_SUPPORT_PHONE

Ensure all information is accurate and an NDA is in place before submitting this request.
Consult with legal counsel regarding the Acknowledgement and Terms of Use if necessary.