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Framework Agreement for the provision of Prosecution and Legal Services

DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY (DVSA)

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18 Nov 2019 at 12:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has completed a procurement process for a "Framework Agreement for the provision of Prosecution and Legal Services." This procurement falls under the legal advisory and representation services category and encompasses various enforcement functions related to road safety in the UK. The procurement method was an open procedure, with the contract awarded on 1st November 2019, and the contract period commencing on 4th November 2019, running until 31st October 2023. The total value of the contract is £4,000,000, and it covers delivery across the United Kingdom and beyond.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, specifically for legal firms that specialise in prosecution and legal advisory services, particularly those with expertise in road safety legislation and enforcement matters. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly relevant, as the DVSA seeks providers who possess a robust understanding of court procedures and related legislation to support their ongoing legal needs. Firms equipped to handle complex investigations and those experienced in working with government agencies are encouraged to explore this opportunity.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7032d1c5-7f39-4cb9-9495-8d56646224c0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20196 years ago
Contract Period
4 Nov 2019 - 31 Oct 2023 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY (DVSA)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
12
Supplier Names

ABR SOLICITORS

CE TRANSPORT LAW

EQ SOLICITORS

EVERSHEDS

HINE

HUGH JAMES

HUNT & COOMBS

ORACLE SOLICITORS

ROTHERA SHARP

STEPHEN THOMAS LAW

TUCKERS SOLICITORS

WOODFINES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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