Tender

Provision of Legal Enforcement Services to HSE

HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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Tender

09 May 2018 at 10:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is currently conducting a tender process titled "Provision of Legal Enforcement Services to HSE," which focuses on legal services within the health and safety sector. The procurement process is classified under the CPV code for legal services and is managed through a selective procurement method, specifically the restricted procedure. The tender is located in Merseyside, United Kingdom, and is set to conclude on 8 June 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 1 November 2018 and will last for two years, with a possible extension for an additional year.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for law firms with expertise in regulatory health and safety matters, especially those familiar with criminal proceedings in England and Wales. Firms that have experience in conducting enforcement notice appeals and representing clients at inquests will have a competitive advantage. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the HSE is looking for capable and diverse service providers to enhance its legal enforcement capabilities during this contract period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Legal Enforcement Services to HSE

Notice Description

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is seeking to appoint a panel of solicitor agents to provide enforcement legal services, primarily in support of its regulatory work in England and Wales, for a fixed period of two years commencing on 1 November 2018, with the option for HSE to extend by agreement for a further year. To be appointed to the panel, successful bidders will need to demonstrate a strong background of, in England and Wales: conducting criminal proceedings on behalf of the prosecution; conducting enforcement notice appeals and providing representation at inquests. Specific experience in the field of UK health and safety legislation is essential. To legally practise as a solicitor in England and Wales you must be entered on the Roll of solicitors of England and Wales and hold a current Law Society practising certificate. Additional information: Full details provided in documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/131309f9-14c8-42c4-9ba5-7988bab15015
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
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

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2018 - 31 Oct 2020 2-3 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
HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MERSEYSIDE
Postcode
L20 7HS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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