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title: "Theia ALD system annual service contract"
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# Theia ALD system annual service contract

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0647ae

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## Summary

Northumbria University awarded a contract for the annual service of its Theia ALD system, crucial for maintaining high-precision deposition capabilities needed for next-generation semiconductor and barrier coating development. This procurement was classified under the services category, specifically for repair and maintenance of measuring, testing, and checking apparatus, delivered in the UK region. The contract, valued at $50,890, began on 1 January 2026 and will run until 31 December 2026. Utilising the 'Below-Threshold Without Competition' procedure, Northumbria University directly awarded this contract to Forge Nano, Inc., a large-scale supplier based in the United States. The procurement stage for this contract was complete as of early February 2026.

This tender presents opportunities particularly for companies capable of supplying original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts and proprietary system software. Businesses in the field of high-precision equipment servicing would find such contracts advantageous, allowing them to underscore their expertise in maintaining advanced technology systems. While this particular opportunity was awarded without competition due to warranty constraints, similar potential future procurements might allow competitive bidding, offering growth potential for businesses specialising in precise film deposition technologies and associated maintenance services.

## Notice

Northumbria University previously has procured a Theia ALD system for the high-precision deposition of ultra-thin, conformal films (oxides, nitrides, and metals) onto 3D research substrates. The system is essential for achieving atomic-level thickness control and superior film uniformity in the development of next-generation semiconductors and barrier coatings. This procurement is related to Service and Maintenance contract that includes Preventative Maintenance Parts and Labor. This contract is necessary to ensure timely system upgrades by the OEM. The Service and Maintenance contract was awarded to OEM Forge Nano following the Below-Threshold Without Competition Procedure. The service contract cannot be provided by a third party without the risk of voiding the equipment warranty. Original parts and proprietary system software upgrades are an essential part of this contract. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011507376

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010297-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £50,890 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 8ST |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FORGE NANO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50410000 - Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2026 at 10:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010297-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010297-2026
  5th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011507376
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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