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C15680 Legal Services

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)

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24 Mar 2021 at 14:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involved the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), which aimed to acquire legal advisory services, specifically titled "C15680 Legal Services," to support its response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The contract value was £56,750, and it followed a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement reached completion on 12th October 2020, with the contract period spanning from 13th October 2020 to 31st March 2021. The services were to be delivered in London, UK, at the postcode SW1H 0EU.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the legal services sector, particularly those with experience in advisory roles related to public health or crisis management. Firms that can demonstrate a strong capability to provide legal support in the context of public sector operations during emergencies may be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. The focus on a large supplier indicates significant expertise is required, which could benefit established legal service providers looking to expand their portfolio in public procurement.

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Notice Title

C15680 Legal Services

Notice Description

Provision of legal services to support DHSC's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93e151bc-417c-44e3-8d37-c7bae71e22a1
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79111000 - Legal advisory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
12 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MILLS AND REEVE

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