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Criminal Barrister Services

GAMBLING COMMISSION

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20 May 2025 at 14:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for Criminal Barrister Services was initiated by the Gambling Commission, based in Birmingham, England. This contract is categorised under public security, law and order services, with a focus on regulations related to gambling. The tender process utilised an open procedure, as it was above the threshold, aligning with the category of services. The procurement process has now reached the award stage, with the contract valued at £4,800,000. The contract was awarded on 14th November 2024 and it is set to commence on 7th February 2025, concluding on 13th February 2026. Services will be delivered in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the legal sector specialising in criminal law and regulatory services. By securing this contract, businesses can expand their portfolio and enhance their reputation in providing specialised legal services within the public sector. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, promoting competitive diversity and innovation in the market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Criminal Barrister Services

Notice Description

Provision of Criminal Barrister services as relates to gambling regulation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0792088c-0df4-4e18-8a9f-267d8b2cc96f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2759fa40-172e-4fa6-8764-7395e27139a8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75240000 - Public security, law and order services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
7 Feb 2025 - 13 Feb 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GAMBLING COMMISSION
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@gamblingcommission.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0752159291

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B2 4BP
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOLLIS WHITEMAN CHAMBERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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