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External Legal Services (Reserve Contract)

HM LAND REGISTRY

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08 Nov 2024 at 16:42

Summary of the contracting process

HM Land Registry (HMLR) has completed the procurement process for the provision of external legal services, designated as a reserve contract. This contract was necessary to secure legal advice services that can be drawn upon when the primary contractor is unable to fulfil the requirement. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Legal advisory and representation services" (CPV code 79110000) and was conducted through a selective procurement method using the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Framework RM6179. The contract's tender period ended on 16th August 2024, with the award made on 16th October 2024. The effective contract period is from 30th November 2024 to 29th November 2026, with the service to be delivered in Croydon, England (postal code CR0 2AQ).

This contract presents significant opportunities for law firms, especially those with experience in public sector legal advisory roles. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are looking to expand their footprint in the public sector by providing high-quality legal services. The procurement process aimed at inclusivity for SMEs will enable these businesses to showcase their expertise and contribute to HMLR's legal advisory needs while also enhancing their business growth and reputation in the industry.

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Notice Title

External Legal Services (Reserve Contract)

Notice Description

HMLR requires the services of external legal services advisor to provide legal advice on a periodic basis. This Reserve Call-Off Contract will be utilised when the Prime Contractor is unable to act. The Further Competition was undertaken via Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Framework RM6179 and the standard Public Sector terms and conditions shall apply.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1d187e1e-d0b2-4c9b-8922-1e0643c8850b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1dc4058-f82c-414e-bc8f-0552f2c7ecf1
Current Stage
Award
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2026 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
HM LAND REGISTRY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
WC2A 3PH
Post Town
Central 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

DWF LAW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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