Award

Legal framework access advice

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

15 Apr 2026 at 12:33

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for legal framework access advice has been awarded to DLA Piper UK LLP. This contract, organised by UK Shared Business Services Limited, aims to provide specialised legal advice to support NERC's transition to centre-specific agreements, ensuring compliance with UKRI governance. The project falls under the industry category of Research and development services and is set within the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded on 26th March 2026, with a procurement method involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system under the CCS RM6360 framework. The award notice was published on 15th April 2026, marking the completion of the procurement process, which began with a tender stage. The contract will run from 14th April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with a value of £66,000.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in legal advisory services, particularly those adept at handling major projects and complex advice. It is well-suited for firms focusing on consultancy and legal support within the scope of research and development sectors. The direct award method caters to small and medium-sized enterprises that meet the eligibility criteria for providing expert legal consultation to navigate strategic relationship transitions. By engaging in this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio in facilitating intricate legal frameworks and contribute significantly to governmental projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Legal framework access advice

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded as a direct award under the CCS RM6360 or the provision of legal advice and services, Lot 2: Major Projects and Complex Advice. Brief Description of Requirement Provide specialist legal advice and drafting support to enable NERC to transition from the current Strategic Relationship Agreements (SRAs) and associated legacy instruments to a new suite of centre-specific agreements. The legal support will ensure the transition is lawful, defensible and aligned with UKRI governance and that the final agreements are clear and proportionate.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b5bee01-65b3-415d-ab76-b897579556ee
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£66,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DLA PIPER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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