Tender

Procurement of Housing and Debt Services in England and Wales from 1 May 2019

LEGAL AID AGENCY

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Tender

19 Feb 2019 at 14:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Legal Aid Agency (LAA), acting on behalf of the Lord Chancellor, is currently undertaking a tender process for the procurement of Housing and Debt Services across England and Wales. This initiative, titled "Procurement of Housing and Debt Services in England and Wales from 1 May 2019," focuses on the provision of publicly funded legal advice and representation. The tender period is set to close on 22 March 2019, with the contract commencing on 1 May 2019 and lasting until 31 August 2021. This procurement falls under the legal services category and will be conducted through a selective method, specifically via a restricted procedure above the threshold. The applicable locations for this contract include Calderdale, Doncaster, Dorset, and East Riding of Yorkshire.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in legal services, particularly those specialising in housing and debt issues. Companies that can provide face-to-face legal advice and representation would be well-suited to participate in this tender. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply. Engaging in this procurement can help businesses expand their capabilities and presence in the legal sector, catering to the needs of individuals requiring assistance in these crucial areas of law.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Housing and Debt Services in England and Wales from 1 May 2019

Notice Description

The LAA, on behalf of the Lord Chancellor, is responsible for commissioning and administering legal aid services (publicly funded advice and representation) across England and Wales in accordance with the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 and associated legislation. All contract documentation is issued by the LAA on behalf of the Lord Chancellor. The Deadline for submitting Tenders is 9am on 22 March 2019. All Tenders must be completed and submitted using the e-Tendering system. Late submissions will not be accepted. It is the Applicant's sole responsibility to ensure that the LAA receives its Tender before the Deadline. The LAA will award Face to Face Contracts to deliver face to face legal advice and representation in the Housing and Debt Categories of Law from 1 May 2019 in the following Procurement Areas: * Calderdale * Doncaster * Dorset * East Riding of Yorkshire * Portsmouth and Isle of Wight

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-00700a81-ccdf-42fb-b555-64fc10376a3d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7297660-0c33-4dc6-88b1-3f19097d5ec7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2019 - 31 Aug 2021 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEGAL AID AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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