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DHSC:NHSPP: Legal Services for Thirlwall Inquiry

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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20 Mar 2024 at 11:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded a contract for legal services related to the Thirlwall Inquiry. The contract is classified under legal services with a value of £9,272,000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically calling off from a framework agreement. The contract period is from March 18, 2024, to March 13, 2026. The tender period ended on January 25, 2024, and the contract is based in London, United Kingdom.

This procurement process by the Department of Health and Social Care presents an opportunity for legal service providers to support the Thirlwall Inquiry. Businesses with expertise in legal services, particularly in handling inquiries and providing legal advice, would be well-suited to compete. Understanding the procedures and protocols of the Inquiries Act 2005 is essential for potential bidders looking to grow their business through this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC:NHSPP: Legal Services for Thirlwall Inquiry

Notice Description

Legal services are required for the duration of the Inquiry, to continue to provide legal advice on procedures and protocols to the Chair. This will also include supporting the Counsel where appropriate; liaising with experts; the legal organisation of Inquiry hearings and responsibility for all Inquiry document review and disclosure, amongst other legal and procedural requirements. The role of the Solicitor to the Inquiry is defined under the Inquiries Act 2005.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-35db9930-15fe-4263-bc38-c02b64a691f2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7935321e-c2d1-4afc-bec7-c44a4904f7fc
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

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

CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,272,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,272,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Mar 2024 - 13 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

BURGES SALMON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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