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title: "The Supply of On Water Clothing and Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04d097"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LEIDOS SUPPLY"
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# The Supply of On Water Clothing and Equipment

Buyer: LEIDOS SUPPLY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04d097

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## Summary

Leidos Supply, the buying organisation, has initiated the planning stage for a public procurement process titled "The Supply of On Water Clothing and Equipment" under the industry category of clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories. This process is part of the broader logistics commodities and services transformation (LCS(T)) delivery programme on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence. The procurement involves the supply of various items including on water clothing, marine safety helmets, and balaclavas, with an anticipated contract commencement in 2026. A prior information notice (PIN) has been issued for market research and it invites interested suppliers to provide information and views related to this requirement. The communication for this tender is scheduled for future notice dissemination by 27th May 2024.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in occupational clothing, special workwear, outerwear, weatherproof clothing, and marine safety equipment. Companies with expertise in these areas and a capacity to fulfil large-scale orders could benefit from this procurement. As the process will adhere to Public Procurement Regulations and operate a framework agreement model, businesses can enhance their market position and secure substantial long-term contracts. Suitable businesses include manufacturers of occupational and specialised clothing, suppliers of safety equipment, and logistics firms with robust distribution capabilities within the UK. Engaging in this tender can provide growth through association with a high-profile government contract and align with long-term strategic business interests.

## Notice

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'). Team Leidos wishes to stimulate interest, information and views across the market for the fulfilment of this requirement via this PIN. This prior information notice is not a means to submit a formal expression of interest in respect of any potential tender. Any resultant requirement will be subject to the Public Procurement Regulations and respective advertising action. Please note all information provided to organisations or individuals that respond to this notice should be treated as Confidential, and not shared further without express written permission from Leidos Supply Ltd.

### Lot Information

On Water Clothing

The framework length should not exceed 5 years and is anticipated to commence 2026. Please note: this PIN is for information only (market research) and is not a pre-qualification exercise. In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business.

Marine Safety helmets

The framework length should not exceed 5 years and is anticipated to commence 2026. Please note: this PIN is for information only (market research) and is not a pre-qualification exercise. In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business.

Balaclavas

The framework length should not exceed 5 years and is anticipated to commence 2026. Please note: this PIN is for information only (market research) and is not a pre-qualification exercise. In addition, please note that as a framework agreement there is no guarantee of business.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001510-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 May 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £128,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEIDOS SUPPLY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories
- 18110000 - Occupational clothing
- 18130000 - Special workwear
- 18200000 - Outerwear
- 18220000 - Weatherproof clothing
- 18400000 - Special clothing and accessories
- 18444110 - Helmets
- 19000000 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials
- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 35810000 - Individual equipment

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2025 at 13:57 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001510-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://www.leidos-supply.uk/

## Provenance

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