Tender

Framework Agreement for the provision of Prosecution and Legal Services

DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY (DVSA)

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Tender

03 Aug 2019 at 23:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is initiating a tender for a Framework Agreement to provide Prosecution and Legal Services, focused on road safety enforcement. This procurement falls under the services category and is classified under legal advisory and representation services. The tender is currently active and was published on 4th August 2019. The tender period will close on 17th September 2019, following which the contract is set to start on 1st November 2019 and end on 31st October 2023. The procurement process follows an open procedure, allowing various entities to submit their proposals.

This tender presents significant opportunities for legal firms and specialists experienced in court procedures and legislation, particularly those familiar with enforcement actions related to road safety. Businesses that possess expertise in prosecuting complex legal cases or have previously worked with public sector entities may find this contract particularly suitable. The need for suppliers who can provide dedicated legal resources in the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and across Europe further broadens the potential for engagement and growth in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the provision of Prosecution and Legal Services

Notice Description

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is responsible for carrying out various enforcement functions on a number of different schemes relating to road safety. As a result of this activity, various types of offences are detected by DVSA Enforcement Officers that may justify prosecution action through the court system. The DVSA requires specialist legal services to prosecute these cases on its behalf. In addition to this, the DVSA undertakes Special Investigations that require specialist legal support, these are larger and more complex than the case-work described above. The DVSA's requirement is for the provision of specialist legal resource who possess an appropriate depth of knowledge of the relevant court procedures and legislation as detailed in the Framework Specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/590682d7-6cbb-4477-beb2-a0d7575727c9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2019 - 31 Oct 2023 4-5 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
DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY (DVSA)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tom.mitchell@dvsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS5 0DA
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Further Information

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