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DHSC:SCI: John Bowers KC Report for Thirlwall Inquiry

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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11 Jul 2024 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded a contract for legal advisory services to Littleton Chambers. The contract, titled "DHSC:SCI: John Bowers KC Report for Thirlwall Inquiry", has a value of £20,000. The procurement method used was a direct single tender action below threshold. The contract period is from 1st July 2024 to 25th August 2024. The procurement process has reached the award stage, and the tender period ended on 30th June 2024. The contract delivery addresses are in SW1H 0EU, United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for legal advisory services providers interested in working with the public sector. Businesses in the legal industry, particularly those specialized in providing expert reports for inquiries, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The Department of Health and Social Care in London initiated the tender, aiming to fulfil specific needs related to the Thirlwall Inquiry. The awarded contract aligns with the procurement objectives, offering a time-bound opportunity for growth in the legal services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC:SCI: John Bowers KC Report for Thirlwall Inquiry

Notice Description

Professor John Bowers KC is instructed by the Chair of the Thirlwall Inquiry to prepare an expert report focused on matters relevant to Part B and Part C of the terms of reference.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/236247cb-dac4-4a50-b25d-02f65a4e42b5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79111000 - Legal advisory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2024 - 25 Aug 2024 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
Alex Baker
Contact Email
alex.baker@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LITTLETON CHAMBERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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