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PROVISION OF LEGAL ADVISORS FOR FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS

THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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08 Apr 2021 at 11:47

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15 Dec 2020 at 12:02

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18 May 2020 at 07:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Legal Advisors for Franchise Agreements" was initiated by the Department for Transport, situated in London, England. This tender falls under the category of services, specifically within the research and development sector, and has a total estimated value of £200,000. The procurement method employed is selective, via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 19th March 2020 and is set to conclude on 18th July 2021. The tender period finished on 18th March 2020, following which the contract has been awarded to Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for law firms and legal consultants, particularly those experienced in franchise agreements and related advisory services. Companies specialising in legal consultancy within the franchise industry are well-positioned to compete for such contracts, enabling them to expand their portfolios and client bases. With a willingness to engage in selective procurements, businesses that can demonstrate expertise in franchising law and a track record of successful advisory roles will likely find themselves attractive candidates for future similar contracts.

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Notice Title

PROVISION OF LEGAL ADVISORS FOR FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS

Notice Description

PROVISION OF LEGAL ADVISORS FOR FRANCHISING AGREEMENTS

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1e1d52a-c151-4dac-a655-efad3c64c98a
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20205 years ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2020 - 18 Mar 2021 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
THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
DFT
Contact Email
dftprocurement@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0207 944 6908

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVERSHEDS SUTHERLAND (INTERNATIONAL

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