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NBC Programme and Weybridge site Legal Services

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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27 Nov 2025 at 11:36

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25 Nov 2025 at 13:13

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19 Nov 2025 at 10:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "NBC Programme and Weybridge site Legal Services" was led by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs. Targeting the legal advisory services industry, the contract is situated in London, UK, with a primary location of delivery specified at postal code SW1P 4DF. The tender has completed the award stage, with key dates including the contract period from 1st December 2025 until 30th November 2026. The procurement method was selective, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement, accommodating optional extensions based on programme needs. The total award value of the contract was GBP 684,616.25, awarded on 19th November 2025.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for legal firms with expertise in advisory services, particularly those who can leverage existing frameworks. It offers small and medium-sized enterprises the chance to secure new business given the suitability criteria that favour them. Legal firms with capabilities in supporting large government programmes and those stationed within or near London may find this contract particularly beneficial for growth and establishment in the public sector. The framework arrangement allows flexibility and the potential for continuing engagements through optional extension periods, enhancing business stability and client relationship development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NBC Programme and Weybridge site Legal Services

Notice Description

NBC Programme and Weybridge site Legal Services. Optional extensions based on continued need from the programme. 1st Optional extension period 8 months (1st December 2026- 31st July 2027) 2nd Optional extension period 4 months (1st August - 30th November 2027)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-972f1252-1abf-4478-8c2a-faeb98968820
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f35f41e6-387d-4980-b69a-e2550344d546
Current Stage
Award
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79111000 - Legal advisory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£657,231 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£684,616 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MILLS & REEVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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