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title: "Pipette Washing Machine"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065493"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ASTON UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-02-16"
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# Pipette Washing Machine

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065493

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## Summary

Aston University, a sub-central government public authority located in Birmingham, UK, has completed a procurement process for a pipette washing machine aimed at reducing single-use plastics and enhancing sustainability. The procurement, classified under the goods category, took a direct method approach without competition, as it was below the threshold limit. The contract was awarded on 5th January 2026 to Grenova, a large supplier based in the United States. The contract, valued at £84,381.34 GBP, will conclude by 31st March 2026. The pipette washer is expected to significantly cut down energy and water consumption, facilitating quicker reuse of laboratory pipettes.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those focused on eco-friendly and sustainable solutions. While the procurement method was direct without competition for this contract, similar future opportunities might arise for companies offering innovative and efficient cleaning technologies which align with the University's sustainability goals. Businesses that can provide competitive, environmentally sustainable solutions in lab equipment manufacturing or supply could benefit greatly from engaging with such procurement processes at Aston University and similar institutions.

## Notice

Pipette washer will be used to support the college in the reduction of single use plastics, improving sustainability (reducing energy and water loading from Autoclaves, reducing time it takes to get tips reusable (autoclave time is 2 hours, pipette washer is 15 minutes).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013716-2026 |
| 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 | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £84,381 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| 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)
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories
- 42970000 - Parts of dishwashing machines and of machines for cleaning, filling, packing or wrapping

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2026 at 10:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013716-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013716-2026
  16th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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