Award

Level 7 Solicitor

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

22 Dec 2025 at 14:43

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process led by Hampshire County Council, headquartered in Winchester, England, pertains to the provision of education and training services under the title "Level 7 Solicitor." The procurement, categorized within CPV code 80000000, concluded with the awarding stage on 22 December 2025. This contract, valued at GBP 135,000, was a selective tendering process executed through a call-off from a framework agreement. Located at postal code SO23 8UJ, the contracting process was fully completed, with the award being active as of 1 October 2025, commencing the contract period on 2 October 2025 through to 22 November 2028.

This procurement represents a substantive opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with capabilities in solicitor training. It is especially suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can leverage such contracts to expand their service offerings and operational footprint. Large organisations like Damar, who was awarded this contract, exemplify the scale of operations that can successfully secure such opportunities within selective contracts, enhancing their market presence and contributing to business growth.

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Notice Title

Level 7 Solicitor

Notice Description

Solicitor, 5 learners

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a5592251-ad36-4262-9b94-2d835a2b4b8c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b1fd331-afaf-4f2f-86a1-23b102599fff
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 22 Nov 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8ZB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAMAR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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