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Paralegal

OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS

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16 Dec 2024 at 11:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Paralegal". This contract falls under the industry category of supply services of personnel including temporary staff (CPV code 79620000). It is located in London, United Kingdom, with a contract period from 2nd December 2024 to 31st March 2025. The procurement process was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was made on 29th November 2024 with an awarded value of £15,695.30 GBP. The relevant deadlines included the end of the tender period on 25th November 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector, especially those in the legal and personnel services industries. The contract's concise duration and clear scope of work make it a viable option for smaller firms to manage efficiently. However, it is important to note that the suitability criteria were favourable for SMEs, although not specifically for voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies such as Law Absolute, which have secured the award, showcase the potential for businesses to establish their credibility through successful delivery of government contracts, leading to further growth and opportunities in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Paralegal

Notice Description

CON 1495 - Paralegal - 02/12/2024 - 31/03/2025

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-84655074-8ca3-41af-94a6-c8436f996c30
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c260a307-17e8-42f7-a2be-e601bae1c785
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,695 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,695 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 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
OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAW ABSOLUTE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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