---
title: "UKRI-5560 Pipette Tip Washer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0603c6"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-01-12"
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# UKRI-5560 Pipette Tip Washer

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0603c6

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), has culminated in the award of a contract for the supply of a pipette tip washer, along with necessary software, installation, and training. This process pertains to the category of laboratory equipment within the goods sector. The contract, identified as UKRI-5560, involved a direct procurement method and was completed without competition, as it was below the threshold. The successful supplier, Grenova Inc, is responsible for fulfilling the requirements of this procurement. The award took place on 12th January 2026, with the contract period commencing on 8th January 2026 and concluding on 20th February 2026. The delivery is expected to occur in the East of England region, UKH12.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the field of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Firms with capabilities in manufacturing or distributing laboratory equipment, particularly those that can handle direct procurement for bespoke projects, would find this contract beneficial for entering or expanding within the UK market. Large-scale suppliers with a readiness to collaborate on installation and training services will be particularly well-suited to such opportunities, especially when they can offer comprehensive support and meet specific technical requirements set by public authorities like UKRI.

## Notice

UKRI MRC has selected a supplier to provide a pipette tip washer, including relevant software, installation and training.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002302-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2026 - 20 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £83,700 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| Locality | SWINDON, WILTSHIRE |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GRENOVA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2026 at 14:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002302-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002302-2026
  12th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

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