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title: "LSL/MED/0223 - The Supply and support of portable pharmaceutical refrigerators for land operations - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - (New RFI) - PA23"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068253"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED"
published: "2026-04-14"
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# LSL/MED/0223 - The Supply and support of portable pharmaceutical refrigerators for land operations - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - (New RFI) - PA23

Buyer: LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068253

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## Summary

The contracting process is being managed by Leidos Supply, Limited, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, for the supply and support of portable pharmaceutical refrigerators intended for land operations. This procurement falls under the category of refrigerating and freezing equipment and medical equipment and is set in the United Kingdom, specifically in regions served by Leidos and TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited. Currently in the planning stage, this procurement process initiated on 14 April 2026, with businesses required to express interest by 14 May 2026. The contract is planned to commence on 1 March 2027 and will continue until 28 February 2031. The contract is valued at £1,250,000 net, with the gross amount being £1,500,000, and it primarily seeks goods above the threshold value.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and distribution of medical refrigeration equipment. Companies with expertise in refrigeration for pharmaceutical goods, especially in extreme temperatures and portable solutions compatible with multiple power sources, will find this opportunity particularly relevant. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are encouraged to register their interest, as the evaluation process is inclusive of these groups. The requirements for innovative solutions suggest that businesses with advanced technological capabilities and a robust supply chain may have a competitive edge. Engaging in this tender can facilitate business growth through the provision of essential medical equipment to the MOD, potentially leading to sustained partnerships and increased market presence.

## Notice

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. Team Leidos would like to make markets aware that we are intending to consider approaches that could fulfill our requirement for the supply and support of portable pharmaceutical refrigerators for land operations. The requirement is for a powered, portable capability with a minimum capacity of 45L. Solutions must be suitable for the safe cold-storage of pharmaceutical goods at +2degC to +8degC in extreme ambient temperature conditions. Solutions should be compatible with UK and overseas mains power supplies as well as 24V vehicle power. Solutions should be able to maintain stable cold-storage temperatures when disconnected from mains/vehicle power for several hours. It is the aim of this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice (PMEN) to encourage companies, suppliers, or manufacturers to make us aware of the market and provide as much information as they are comfortable with, to help decide the future strategy for the range. Team Leidos wishes to generate interest, information and views with other companies to understand the current market innovation and gain useful intelligence that can help our requirement. To register your interest in this requirement, please contact: Olivia.lyle100@teamleidos.mod.uk Please reference LSL/MED/0223 in your email. Responses are required as soon as possible to inform next steps, but the PMEN will remain open until 14/05/2026.

### Planning Information

To register your interest in this requirement, please contact:
Olivia.lyle100@teamleidos.mod.uk
Please reference LSL/MED/0223 in your email. Responses are required as soon as possible to inform next steps, but the PMEN will remain open until 14/05/2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033916-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2027 - 28 Feb 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | TVS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS LIMITED |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 7FH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD47 Chorley and West Lancashire |
| Local authority | Chorley |
| Electoral ward | Chorley North & Astley |
| Westminster constituency | Chorley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 42513000 - Refrigerating and freezing equipment

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2026 at 15:20 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033916-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033916-2026
  14th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.leidos-supply.uk/
- https://www.tvsscs.com/

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