Tender

Tender for the provision of Veterinary Pharmaceuticals and Associated Products

PEOPLES DISPENSARY FOR SICK ANIMALS

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Tender

10 Jun 2026 at 12:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) has initiated an open tender process for the provision of veterinary pharmaceuticals and associated products, aiming to enhance its network of Pet Hospitals and operational sites across the United Kingdom. This procurement process is under the 'Veterinary services' category, with a contract value estimated at £38,000,000. The process is currently at the 'Tender' stage, initiated in early June 2026, with an end date for expressions of interest set for 17th June 2026. The contract period is expected to last from 1st January 2027 to 31st December 2031. The initiative is particularly geared towards small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing an open procedure for interested parties to participate in this significant national endeavour.

This tender presents substantial growth prospects for businesses involved in the manufacture, supply, and distribution of veterinary pharmaceuticals, especially those with a proven track record of operating within regulated UK supply environments. Organisations possessing suitable regulatory authorisations, such as VMD licences, and experience in managing pharmaceutical supply chains will be well-suited to compete. Suppliers are sought to contribute to PDSA's mission, which encompasses stringent governance, quality assurance, and compliance. Firms that can demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, ethics, and collaborative supplier relationships will find this tender aligns well with PDSA's operational values. Engaging in this process could substantially bolster a company's presence in the national veterinary services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for the provision of Veterinary Pharmaceuticals and Associated Products

Notice Description

The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) intends to procure a new contractual arrangements for the supply and support of veterinary pharmaceutical products to its network of Pet Hospitals and operational sites across the United Kingdom. This Expression of Interest (EOI) relates to a forthcoming procurement for veterinary pharmaceutical products, consumables, pet foods and associated support products. The procurement is intended to establish contractual arrangements with suitably qualified suppliers capable of supporting PDSA's national clinical operations. This EOI is intended only for organisations with demonstrable capability and experience in the manufacture, supply, distribution, or authorised marketing of veterinary pharmaceuticals within regulated UK supply environments. PDSA is seeking suppliers capable of supporting one or more categories of veterinary pharmaceutical products. Suppliers may express interest in individual product groups, therapeutic categories, or broader portfolio arrangements. PDSA is seeking interest from suppliers who can evidence: * Holding the appropriate regulatory authorisations for the activities they propose to undertake, including (where applicable) relevant Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) licences, marketing authorisations, manufacturing authorisations, wholesale dealer authorisations, or equivalent regulatory approvals; * Experience of operating within regulated and audited pharmaceutical supply chains, with established governance, quality assurance, pharmacovigilance, and compliance arrangements; * The ability to maintain continuity of supply, manage shortages proactively, and support robust forecasting and supply planning arrangements across the PDSA's entire veterinary healthcare organisation. * Transparent and sustainable commercial models appropriate to a national charity operating under public and ethical scrutiny; * A demonstrable commitment to ethical, responsible, and compliant trading practices, aligned with PDSA's values and statutory obligations; * The ability to support collaborative supplier relationships, including product stewardship, supply continuity planning, and management of product lifecycle changes. This EOI is not intended for organisations without relevant regulatory standing, sector experience, or operational capability to deliver the products and services described. A full Invitation to Tender, including detailed requirements, product specifications, evaluation criteria, and procurement timescales, will be issued in due course to organisations that register their interest and are considered capable of meeting PDSA's requirements. Register interest by contacting tenders@pdsa.org.uk, quoting "Veterinary Pharmaceutical Supply - EOI" in the subject line. Registration of interest does not constitute a commitment by PDSA to invite any organisation to tender, nor does it form part of any pre-qualification or guarantee progression to the ITT stage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-155b0a43-9800-4d3e-878b-e23bd83717de
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b14133fe-0a11-467a-a282-dfec7cd1711a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85200000 - Veterinary services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£38,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PEOPLES DISPENSARY FOR SICK ANIMALS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TELFORD
Postcode
TF2 9PQ
Post Town
Telford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG21 Telford and Wrekin
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin
Electoral Ward
Priorslee
Westminster Constituency
Telford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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