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External legal advice in respect of civil claims

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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16 Oct 2024 at 15:05

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council has completed the procurement process for external legal advice regarding civil claims, with the contract being awarded to multiple suppliers. The contract, titled "External legal advice in respect of civil claims," falls under the industry category of legal services (CPV code 79100000). The procurement was conducted through a direct award method, and the contract is valued at £180,000. The delivery of these services will be within England, UK. The contract period starts on 16th October 2024 and ends on 15th October 2025, with the award notice published on 16th October 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for specialist legal firms with expertise in civil claims to engage with a major public sector organisation and establish long-term relationships. The procurement process underlines the council's methodical approach, favouring direct and streamlined awards. Firms well-suited for this opportunity include those with established reputations, sufficient resources to handle complex legal matters, and the ability to deliver high-quality legal services within the specified timeframe. Such engagements can enhance the visibility and credibility of legal firms in the public sector marketplace, providing a strong foundation for further business growth. The contract is particularly advantageous for large legal enterprises that can meet the procurement requirements and effectively support Leicestershire County Council's legal needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

External legal advice in respect of civil claims

Notice Description

External legal advice required by specialist solicitors in case area.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29f66f82-4305-4014-91f3-d1c134f43b01
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e6a530-fb98-4903-9c85-641fd973824c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
15 Oct 2024 - 15 Oct 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
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
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

BROWNE JACOBSON

CLYDE

KENNEDYS LAW

WEIGHTMANS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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