Tender

Provision of Admissions Arrangement Legal Support

IN-TEND EDUCATION PORTAL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), one of the largest multi-academy trusts in the UK, is currently initiating the procurement process for the 'Provision of Admissions Arrangement Legal Support' for its 43 schools (excluding special schools). The tender is classified under legal services (CPV code 79100000) and follows an open procedure. The deadline for submitting quotes is set for 23rd February 2021, with contracts expected to commence on 1st April 2021 and run for a period of seven years, with no extension option available. Interested firms should submit their proposals via the eSourcing portal hosted by In-Tend, based in Sidcup, Kent (postcode DA14 5AA).

This tender presents significant opportunities for legal firms specialising in education and admissions law, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With a minimum contract value of £45,000, this procurement could support businesses in establishing or expanding their services within the education sector. Given the long contract duration, winning this bid could provide sustained revenue and deepen relationships with educational institutions, ultimately fostering business growth in this niche area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Admissions Arrangement Legal Support

Notice Description

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest multi academy trusts with 45 schools (14 secondary schools, 29 primary schools and 2 special schools),. this requirements is for the Provision of Admissions Arrangement Legal Support for all the schools within the Trust, except the 2 special schools. The Contract/s will be awarded for a period of seven (7) years. There will be no option to extend the contract. Subject to annual review and acceptable performance of the appointed Service Provider during the contract period. Additional information: Your quote must be submitted through the eSourcing portal hosted by In-Tend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8f3a375-2aa8-4bc7-8fc2-017290ac9529
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 (below 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
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2021 - 31 Mar 2028 Over 5 years
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
IN-TEND EDUCATION PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENT
Postcode
DA14 5AA
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI61 Bromley
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bromley
Electoral Ward
St Paul's Cray
Westminster Constituency
Orpington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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