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title: "The Supply of Timber"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d702"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-29"
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# The Supply of Timber

Buyer: LEIDOS SUPPLY, LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d702

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "The Supply of Timber" is initiated by Leidos Supply, Limited, acting on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence as part of the Logistics Commodities and Services Transformation (LCS(T)) programme. The contracting activity is currently in the planning stage as of 29th July 2026, with plans to issue a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice before the tender is officially launched. This procurement, occurring within the "goods" category, is specifically focused on timber supply, with the contract expected to run from 7th July 2033 to 7th July 2037. The estimated contract value ranges from £4,800,000 to £14,400,000, inclusive of VAT. Key locations for delivery are across the United Kingdom, and suppliers can expect further engagement opportunities beginning on 5th February 2029.

This upcoming tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in timber supply, particularly those aligned with providing large-scale goods to the public authority - central government sector. Given the procurement's notable financial scale, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate as the project acknowledges SMEs' suitability. The procurement method offers an open platform for potential suppliers to engage early in the process, allowing them to influence the development of strategies suited to their strengths and capabilities. Businesses capable of competitive pricing, efficient logistics, and expertise in timber will find this contract especially advantageous for growth and expanding their market presence.

## 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'). 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. There is an intention to run a procurement in the future for The Supply of Timber.The Supply of Timber.The agreement has an estimated value between ex. VAT. PS4800000 - PS12000000 inc. VAT PS5760000 - PS14400000 Team Leidos will issue a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice (PMEN) closer to the tender launch to enable Suppliers to support the development of the requirment of the sorucing strategy. Suppliers do not need to contact Team Leidos at this time regarding this notice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071916-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 Feb 2029 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jul 2033 - 7 Jul 2037 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000,000 |
| 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, 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

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03419000 - Timber

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2026 at 16:34 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071916-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071916-2026
  29th July 2026 - Pipeline 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/

## Provenance

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