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Legal research subscription service

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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02 Sep 2021 at 15:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which has successfully completed the tender for a "Legal research subscription service" valued at £357,680. This service falls under the industry category of legal advisory and information services and is intended for delivery within the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and the mainland UK. The procurement method utilised was selective, being a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 6th January 2021 and runs until 5th September 2025, with initial tendering activities completed by 19th November 2020.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in legal advisory and technology services, particularly those that are large-scale and equipped to deliver extensive legal research tools. Companies that can provide innovative solutions, including those that enhance access to caselaw and legal databases, are well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders. Engaging in such procurement processes can aid in expanding their client base and strengthening partnerships with governmental agencies.

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Notice Title

Legal research subscription service

Notice Description

A legal research tool including caselaw.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bdc1e31d-48a7-46fa-bc7e-a2d332b1cea6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0493e27b-0e89-4318-ae1b-f7ef04526c33
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£357,680 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£357,680 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2021 - 5 Sep 2025 4-5 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
robin.woodhouse@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
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

LEXIS NEXIS

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