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Legal Support in relation to procurement of a Strategic Partner to transform Support Services

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY is seeking legal support for the procurement of a Strategic Partner to transform Support Services, with the tender titled "Legal Support in relation to procurement of a Strategic Partner to transform Support Services." This procurement, classified under the industry category of legal services (CPV code: 79100000), is focused on providing both legal and commercial advice to ensure optimal outcomes for Ofwat. The process is complete and has passed through the tender stage, with key dates including the contract period running from 26th June 2017 to 25th March 2018, and a total awarded value of £97,700 to the supplier, Pinsent Masons LLP.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in legal advisory services, particularly those with expertise in complex procurement processes. Firms with experience in supporting public sector frameworks, especially in the area of Support Services through in-sourcing models, would be particularly well-suited to engage. The requirements underscore a preference for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), making this a viable opportunity for eligible legal firms seeking to expand their client base within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Legal Support in relation to procurement of a Strategic Partner to transform Support Services

Notice Description

Ofwat is seeking to recruit legal advisors for the procurement of the Strategic Partner. Ofwat expects the legal advisor to provide both legal and commercial advice to assist Ofwat in striking the best possible deal it can. The specific advice and legal services Ofwat requires includes: * Advice on the procurement approach and the draft timetable. * Draft or comment on key documents. * Lead on the contract drafting. * Provide support throughout the procurement process. Ofwat is seeking a Solicitor with experience of supporting complex procurements. Preferably, we are seeking experience in procuring frameworks in Support Services and ideally through an In Source model. Ofwat is looking for a Solicitor with significant experience of acting for the buyer in complex procurements. It is envisaged that the Solicitor will be able to provide a team of lawyers with junior and senior experience to ensure that work is undertaken cost effectively at an appropriate level. Additional information: Please note that PROC.01.0560 has already been used and this procurement should have used PROC.01.0561 in all documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1837f7c-aa83-41bf-a179-1b1831b4d9e2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24f4c7cb-f5ae-4cc6-a7a5-dd0506d0e5c8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£97,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20178 years ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2017 - 25 Mar 2018 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PINSENT MASONS

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