Award

Legal Services Framework

SINGLE SOURCE REGULATIONS OFFICE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

25 Jan 2019 at 11:20

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

29 Oct 2018 at 16:05

Tender Notice
Tender

17 Oct 2018 at 08:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) is conducting a procurement process for a "Legal Services Framework" aimed at appointing two contractors to provide legal services over a three-year term. This initiative falls within the legal advisory services industry and is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 16 November 2018. The contract is valued at £250,000, with a minimum value of £52,000, set to commence on 1 February 2019 and concluding on 31 January 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for law firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), specialising in areas such as public law, commercial contracts, data protection, and employment law. As the SSRO requires varied legal support, businesses with expertise in public procurement and regulatory compliance should consider competing for this contract, which could enhance their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with a key government agency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Legal Services Framework

Notice Description

The Defence Reform Act 2014 established the Single Source Regulations Office ("SSRO") as an independent regulator of the UK Government's procurement of single source military equipment and services. The SSRO is the custodian of the single source procurement framework and has a number of functions under the Act and the Single Source Contract Regulations 2014. The SSRO is establishing a legal framework agreement, under which it will appoint up to two Contractors to provide legal services from time to time. The SSRO expects to require legal advice and support to ensure the efficient and effective discharge of its functions. The types of legal work which the SSRO may require from time to time are wide ranging, but key areas are summarised: Public law - Defence Reform Act 2014 and Single Source Contract Regulations 2014 (including referrals and determinations thereunder). Other - relevant legislation and legal matters which concern the functioning of public bodies. Commercial - Public procurement & Contracts. Information - Freedom of Information, Data Protection and GDPR. Employment - Employment law generally and disputes. The SSRO is seeking to appoint up to two suppliers to the framework agreement, which will run for a term of 3 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b7726a15-bca7-46bb-8d21-d13c0d0653ed
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5faa84a5-ca14-4083-bad4-b4956209dca7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79111000 - Legal advisory services

79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20197 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jan 2022 3-4 years
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
SINGLE SOURCE REGULATIONS OFFICE
Contact Name
The Single Source Regulations Office
Contact Email
tenders@ssro.gov.uk
Contact Phone
020 3771 4760

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4A 1AB
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Farringdon Without
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BATES WELLS & BRAITHWAITE LONDON

HUGH JAMES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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