Tender

Provision of Veterinary Wholesaler Services to PDSA

PEOPLES DISPENSARY FOR SICK ANIMALS

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Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 09:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA), a leading veterinary charity in the UK, is seeking expressions of interest for a new contractual arrangement to supply veterinary pharmaceuticals, consumables, and related products to its network of Pet Hospitals across the United Kingdom. This tender falls under the veterinary services category with the PDSA acting as the buying organisation. Relevant stakeholders have until 1st February 2026 at 17:00 GMT to register their interest in the open procedure procurement process, with the contract period running from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2029. Suppliers can opt for a single integrated contract or choose separate lots, specifically for pharmaceutical or consumable wholesaler services, depending on their capabilities and strategies. The opportunity is valued at £20,000,000 GBP.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of veterinary pharmaceuticals and consumables, especially those with experience in regulated UK supply environments. Companies with the legal and operational capacity to deliver to a national, multi-site estate and those aligned with PDSA’s ethical standards will find this tender particularly beneficial. The initiative offers the possibility of securing long-term contracts and thereby ensuring consistent revenue streams. Interested suppliers must demonstrate their ability to comply with regulatory requirements, maintain robust supply chains, and their commitment to ethical trading practices, positioning them to exploit this opportunity for substantial business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Veterinary Wholesaler Services to PDSA

Notice Description

Invitation for Expressions of Interest People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) intends to procure a new contractual arrangement for the supply of veterinary pharmaceuticals, consumables, and associated products to its network of Pet Hospitals and operational sites across the United Kingdom. PDSA is the UK's leading veterinary charity, delivering millions of treatments each year to pets whose owners are in need. Ensuring the continuity, quality, regulatory compliance, and value for money of its supply chain is critical to the effective delivery of these charitable services. To support a competitive, resilient, and operationally robust outcome, PDSA is considering a flexible contracting approach. Subject to evaluation, the charity may award: A single integrated contract covering all product categories; or separate contracts, structured as: Lot 1 - Pharmaceutical Wholesaler Services Lot 2 - Consumables Wholesaler Services Suppliers may register their interest in respect of one Lot, both Lots, or an integrated supply solution giving clear reasoning for this approach. PDSA will evaluate all options and reserve the right to award contracts in the configuration that best meets its operational, clinical, regulatory, and financial requirements. This EOI is intended only for organisations with demonstrable capability and experience in supplying veterinary pharmaceuticals and/or consumables within regulated UK supply environments. PDSA is seeking interest from suppliers who can evidence: Holding the appropriate regulatory authorisations for the activities they propose to undertake, including (where applicable) a valid Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) Wholesale Dealer Authorisation (WDA) covering the relevant scope of activity; Experience of operating within regulated and audited supply chains, with established governance, quality assurance, and compliance arrangements; The operational capacity to support reliable, time-critical delivery to a national, multi-site estate, including locations with more complex logistical requirements; 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. This EOI is not intended for organisations without relevant regulatory standing, sector experience, or operational scale to deliver the services described. A full Invitation to Tender (ITT), including detailed requirements, 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. 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. Additional information: Next Steps A full Invitation to Tender (ITT), including detailed requirements, 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. Suppliers wishing to be considered are invited to register their interest by contacting tenders@pdsa.org.uk, quoting "Veterinary Wholesaler Services - Expression of Interest" 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-da2d1e89-87d4-4605-a4e0-11e1324459eb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e44a0163-9ec6-4abc-85b7-291cc4071265
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 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
Supply Chain
Contact Email
tenders@pdsa.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin
Electoral Ward
Priorslee
Westminster Constituency
Telford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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