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PROVISION LEGAL ADVISORS FOR FRANCHISING AGEEMENTS

THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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28 Sep 2020 at 10:30

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12 May 2020 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The recent tender titled "Provision of Legal Advisors for Franchising Agreements" has been completed by The Department for Transport in the United Kingdom. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically classified as research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV code 73000000). The contract was awarded for a value of £300,000, with a contract period extending from 19th March 2020 to 18th March 2021. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. Notably, the tender closed on 2nd March 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for law firms and consultancy businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those with expertise in rail franchise agreements. As the procurement was specifically structured for larger providers, it would suit established firms looking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts. Potential bidders should possess a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and operational demands within the UK rail industry to effectively compete for similar future contracts.

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Notice Title

PROVISION LEGAL ADVISORS FOR FRANCHISING AGEEMENTS

Notice Description

PROVISION O LEGAL ADVISORS FOR RAIL FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS Additional information: contract value and date extended

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2a86f91e-0058-4691-848a-00a54e11bfe7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06fb82ff-1440-45a2-b227-cb9f170cc2e7
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20205 years ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2020 - 18 Mar 2021 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
THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
dft
Contact Email
dftprocurement@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West 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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADDLESHAW GODDARD

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