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Researching lawyers' client account systems

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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02 Apr 2024 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has recently awarded a contract for the project titled "Researching lawyers' client account systems" to Pye Tait Limited. This research project falls under the social research services category and aims to explore law firms' use of interest generated on client accounts for funding free access to justice activities in England and Wales. The procurement method used was selective, specifically calling off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 12th January 2024, with the contract period running from 4th March 2024 to 3rd June 2024. The Ministry of Justice is located in London, England, and this tender is particularly suitable for SMEs and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs).

This contract award presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses involved in social research services to collaborate with the Ministry of Justice. Companies with experience in conducting research related to legal matters and social welfare programs would be well-suited to compete for this tender. The Ministry of Justice's initiative to secure interest for free access to justice activities indicates a commitment to social impact projects, making this contract an attractive prospect for businesses looking to contribute to such causes while expanding their operations. Understanding the specific needs and goals outlined in the tender description will be crucial for businesses aiming to submit competitive proposals and potentially secure future contracts.

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Notice Title

Researching lawyers' client account systems

Notice Description

The MoJ is commissioning research into how law firms currently use the interest generated on their client accounts to inform a broader project exploring the potential viability of a scheme to secure this interest for the funding of free access to justice activities in England and Wales.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-96245272-4693-46f9-9f7d-ad149a38f155
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d497316d-2a88-4a46-b285-ecbb310a9b72
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,775 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2024 - 3 Jun 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PYE TAIT LIMITED (TRADING AS PYE TAIT CONSULTING

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