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24 Jun 2026 at 09:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology (DSIT) has awarded a contract to Mills & Reeve LLP for the provision of legal services under the project title "PS26001 Provision of Legal Services for OLS Investments". This procurement falls under the legal services category and is a result of a mini competition derived from the RM6360 Legal Panel for Government. The procurement method was selective, via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £1,500,000, officially commenced on 10th June 2026 and will conclude on 5th May 2028. The project location spans across the UK, including British Overseas Territories and other global regions, offering legal support to the OLS PRISM team for the Life Sciences Large Investments Portfolio.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the legal sector, particularly those offering commercial legal services. SMEs can benefit from participating in such competitive procurements, providing specialised legal support to influential government projects. It is an excellent opportunity for large legal firms to enhance their portfolio by aligning with government investment initiatives in the life sciences sector. Companies with the capability to deliver legal services across various jurisdictions, including the Channel Islands and Isle of Man, may find this contract particularly aligned with their service offerings.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PS26001 Provision of Legal Services for OLS Investments

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the RM6360 Legal Panel for Government. Brief description of the requirement Requirement for dedicated commercial legal support for OLS PRISM team to support work on the Life Sciences Large Investments Portfolio

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-06dcd2b8-02db-4ab2-ab87-64940407f350
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44d41c2c-7fe3-48b0-9f03-572df15c9a36
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2026 - 5 May 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MILLS & REEVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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