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GCP Waterbeach to Cambridge project legal with WBD

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Cambridgeshire County Council has successfully completed a procurement process for legal services related to the proposed Transport and Works Act Order for the Waterbeach to Cambridge project. The procurement, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, was awarded to Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP. The contract, valued at £350,000, spans from 26th January 2024 to 26th January 2028. The project is categorised under legal services (CPV code 79100000), with services to be delivered in the East of England region, United Kingdom. The procurement process was selective, aimed at SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), with the tender period ending on 27th November 2023.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, primarily for firms specialising in legal services within the transport and infrastructure sectors. Legal practices with expertise in transport legislation, project management, and regulatory compliance are well-suited to compete for such projects. The involvement of a high-profile entity like Cambridgeshire County Council can also provide valuable experience and credibility, enhancing the winning firm's portfolio. Additionally, the lengthy contract period of four years offers potential for sustained business relationships and financial growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GCP Waterbeach to Cambridge project legal with WBD

Notice Description

This was a call-off from a framework agreement between Cambridgeshire County Council and Womble Bond Dickinson to provide legal advice on the proposed Transport and Works Act Order relating to the Waterbeach to Cambridge project.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-427b9689-e7a7-4898-a7bd-6d7881a5db98
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06a57e9e-8fe4-4fc5-a853-38ad4f7a2544
Current Stage
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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
SME, VCSE
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
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2024 - 26 Jan 2028 4-5 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
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE, UK
Postcode
CB2 1BY
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Market
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WOMBLE BOND DICKINSON (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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