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The Supply of Locking Devices

LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

02 Apr 2026 at 08:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

03 Feb 2026 at 11:11

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

03 Sep 2025 at 14:41

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

06 Aug 2025 at 14:52

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

14 May 2025 at 10:45

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "The Supply of Locking Devices" has reached the award and contract stage. The buying organisation, LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED, located in Bristol, United Kingdom, has successfully completed the award process. The contract was awarded to Joseph Gleave & Son Limited, a supplier based in Greater Manchester. The procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically tools, locks, keys, hinges, fasteners, chain, and springs. This open procedure process, covered by GPA and CPTPP, signifies its compliance with international procurement standards. The contract commenced on 4 March 2026 and is set to run for four years until 3 March 2030, with an estimated value of £10,500,000 over the term. Key delivery locations are spread across the UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of locking devices, particularly those with expertise in padlocks, chains, and associated fittings. With the award directed to a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), it sets a precedent that suggests SMEs are well-positioned to compete for such contracts, provided they meet the required standards. The procurement method and the open procedure ensure a level playing field, offering an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to expand their footprint within governmental supply chains, ultimately aiding in business growth through long-term engagement with central government projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Supply of Locking Devices

Notice Description

Team Leidos are proud to be delivering the logistics commodities and services transformation (LCS(T)) Delivery partner contracts (LCS (T)/0001 dated 16.4.2015) on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence (the 'Prime Contract'). Delivery of other parts of the LCS(T) contract are delivered by Leidos Europe Ltd (LEL) and other partners (together 'Team Leidos'). This requirement is subject to the Public Procurement Regulations and respective advertising action. In April 2015, the MOD signed a thirteen year contract with Leidos Europe Ltd to provide the procurement and inventory management of commodity items (as well as the storage and distribution services), that were historically provided in-house by the Logistic Commodities and Services Operating Centre. Leidos, working with the MOD, will transform the way these services are delivered to ensure requirements continue to be met whilst providing best value for money for the department. The organisation delivering these services is known as Team Leidos. Further to the contrat award notice issued on 28/01/2026 reference LSL/GS/0131 - The Supply of Locking devices, Leidos Supply Ltd has awarded the Supply of Locking Devices to Joseph Gleave on a 4 year term from 05/03/2026 to 04/03/20230, with an estimated value of PS10,500,000 across the 4 years.

Planning Information

To express an interest please contact: Name and Email address: Nyal Burcher - nyal.burcher@uk.leidos.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0512c1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030645-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44500000 - Tools, locks, keys, hinges, fasteners, chain and springs

44521000 - Miscellaneous padlocks and locks

44521110 - Door locks

44521200 - Padlocks and chains

44521210 - Padlocks

44522000 - Clasps, lock parts and keys

44523000 - Hinges, mountings and fittings

44550000 - Springs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,570,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,570,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£10,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£105,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
7 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
3 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 3 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2026-01-31

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 7FH
Postcode Area
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Emersons Green
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Joseph Gleave & Son Limited

Further Information

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