Tender

Procurement of HPCDS Services from1 February 2021

THE LEGAL AID AGENCY

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11 Mar 2021 at 08:54

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01 Dec 2020 at 15:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Legal Aid Agency (LAA) is conducting a public procurement process titled "Procurement of Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme Contracts" for the provision of HPCDS services in the East of England and South East regions. This contract is scheduled to commence on 1 February 2021 and will run until 30 September 2021, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months. The procurement is at the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set at 5pm on 21 December 2020. The total contract value is £112,619.70, and the procurement method used is an open procedure for above threshold contracts, classified under legal services (CPV code 79100000).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the legal services sector, particularly those already holding a Housing and Debt Legal Aid Contract. SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) are encouraged to apply, as the tender is open to all qualified providers capable of meeting the necessary requirements. Businesses that specialise in housing law and possess experience in court duty schemes will be well-suited to compete for this contract, which could further enhance their capabilities and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of HPCDS Services from1 February 2021

Notice Description

The LAA is inviting Applicants who hold an existing Housing and Debt Legal Aid Contract to submit a Tender for Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme Contracts ("HPCDS Contract" or "Contract") for the Bedford and Reading Schemes to deliver the Services from 1 February 2021 to 30 September 2021 with the right for the LAA to extend the Contract for a maximum further 12 months. The procurement process for HPCDS Services is open to all existing Housing and Debt Providers who are able to meet the minimum contract requirements. The Deadline for submitting Tenders is 5pm on 21 December 2020. All Tenders must be completed and submitted using the e-Tendering system. This can be accessed either through a link on the tender pages of the LAA website or directly at www.legalaid.bravosolution.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3e877591-c60b-49da-bf18-895242eb71b8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/554c8766-b516-4022-99ff-cab4db93c4bc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£112,619 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2021 - 30 Sep 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE LEGAL AID AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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