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Homes England - Secondment for Delivery Vehicle

HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)

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01 Apr 2026 at 09:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "Homes England - Secondment for Delivery Vehicle," was initiated by Homes England, part of the Homes and Communities Agency, focusing on legal services within the industry category specified by CPV code 79100000. The services are intended for legal advice related to a long-term delivery vehicle establishment, executed via Lot 2 of the Homes England Legal Framework. The contract covers a period from 23 February 2026 to 18 September 2026, with the tender status marked as complete. The procurement method was a direct award, with Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP selected as the supplier, effective from 20 February 2026. Key dates include the tender period ending on 19 February 2026, and the award published on 1 April 2026. The procurement was valued at GBP 124,000, focusing on delivery within England.

This tender assists businesses specialising in legal services to expand their portfolio by engaging in public sector contracts, potentially enhancing their credentials and market presence. It particularly suits SMEs and VCSEs due to the suitability criteria. Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP, a large-scale entity, won the contract, showcasing the opportunity for large and established firms to successfully acquire such procurement projects. Enterprises with expertise in in-house legal advisory or frameworks relating to delivery vehicle establishments could find similar opportunities to leverage their capabilities for business growth. Homes England's commitment to fostering a legal framework provides repeated prospects for legal specialists to engage with public infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Homes England - Secondment for Delivery Vehicle

Notice Description

Secondment to provide in-house legal advice relating to the establishment of a long term delivery vehicle. via Lot 2 - Homes England Legal Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c845a13c-fdd2-427a-87f1-7858f1d99173
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£124,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£124,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 18 Sep 2026 6-12 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
HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVERSHEDS SUTHERLAND (INTERNATIONAL

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