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Legal support for procurement of framework agreements - call-off CCS RM6240

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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19 Mar 2026 at 13:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Cambridgeshire County Council has concluded the procurement process for legal support services related to the establishment of framework agreements, specifically focusing on adult social care, children in care, and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This process, identified by the title "Legal support for procurement of framework agreements - call-off CCS RM6240," falls under the legal services category and involves a selective procurement method, utilising call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £170,000, covers the delivery of services within the East of England from 25 February to 31 March 2026. The award stage was completed on 24 February 2026 with Sharpe Pritchard LLP being selected as the supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those capable of navigating the intricacies of public framework agreements. The procurement method favours small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it an attractive option for these organisations. Businesses with experience in legal advisories for social care or educational sectors can leverage this tender to enhance their portfolio and secure a reputable public sector client, contributing to both short-term and long-term business growth. This procurement process highlights the strategic partnerships between public authorities and SMEs, enabling them to cultivate robust business networks within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Legal support for procurement of framework agreements - call-off CCS RM6240

Notice Description

Legal support for the procurement of framework agreements relating to adult social care, children in care and SEND.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9e4ea193-9906-4431-ab9c-0df8e8f1b7c0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28b402b5-deb8-4f3e-8def-8e5232dcb64a
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 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
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE28 4YE
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
The Stukeleys
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHARPE PRITCHARD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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