--- title: "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - SUPPLY OF TEXTILES & MATTRESSES (INCLUDING BEDDING, STRETCH COVERS, CLOTHS AND THE SUPPLY, COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF MATTRESSES)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-61ee362b-df56-4a4b-98e7-4f1214f7e765" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-61ee362b-df56-4a4b-98e7-4f1214f7e765" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61ee362b-df56-4a4b-98e7-4f1214f7e765.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61ee362b-df56-4a4b-98e7-4f1214f7e765.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED" published: "2018-04-26" --- # REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - SUPPLY OF TEXTILES & MATTRESSES (INCLUDING BEDDING, STRETCH COVERS, CLOTHS AND THE SUPPLY, COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF MATTRESSES) Buyer: LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61ee362b-df56-4a4b-98e7-4f1214f7e765 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-61ee362b-df56-4a4b-98e7-4f1214f7e765) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61ee362b-df56-4a4b-98e7-4f1214f7e765.json) ## Summary The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, initiated by Leidos Supply, Limited. This request for information concerns the supply of textiles and mattresses, which includes bedding, stretch covers, cloths, and the supply, collection, and disposal of mattresses. The engagement end date is set for 18th May 2018, and the procurement is based in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The industry category is primarily leather and textile fabrics, with additional classifications involving bedroom, dining room, and living-room furniture. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their offerings in the textiles and bedding sector. Companies specialising in textile manufacturing, bedding production, and waste management are particularly suited to compete for upcoming contracts, which are expected to encompass approximately 185 specific items. Interested suppliers should prepare to meet any relevant British Standards and are encouraged to reach out to Anthony Robins at Leidos for further engagement details. ## Notice In April 15 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) 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. Team Leidos would like to make interested suppliers aware that it intends to invite tenders for its supply of Bedding, Textiles, Stretch Covers and Cloths and the supply, collection and disposal of Mattresses with a view to awarding Contract(s) that will commence in late 2018. Team Leidos intends to invite tenderers to bid against approximately 185 items. The requirement covers a wide range of items, including but not limited to: * Bedding * Textiles * Stretch Covers * Cloths * Mattresses Some of the products listed may be required to comply with specified British Standards. Additional information: Please complete the attached word document and return to Anthony Robins. The excel spreadsheets attached are an example of the items that are required. Any queries please contact Anthony Robins - LEIDOS-TVS-CatMan-GS2@mod.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41141954-b75a-4765-a575-164ce58d63b6 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Apr 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 18 May 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS16 7FH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Emersons Green | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products ### Codes - 19000000 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials - 39143000 - Bedroom, dining room and living-room furniture ## Release History - 26 Apr 2018 at 13:32 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41141954-b75a-4765-a575-164ce58d63b6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41141954-b75a-4765-a575-164ce58d63b6 26th April 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d2291ce6-9eb0-4206-abc8-893eb0acfcc3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c7e14031-3398-49c0-ac17-76f88c8dec1d Request for Information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6a5e6bbc-93d0-463e-98af-dcdb04839230 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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