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06 Aug 2026 at 14:51

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06 Aug 2026 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "C461259 - General Legal Advisory File for Human Resources" was managed by Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, located in Bradford, United Kingdom. The contract, which falls under the "Legal services" industry category (CPV code 79100000), involved a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage of this process has been completed, with the contract running from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2027. The award was published on 6th August 2026, with a total contract value of £10,000. The contract was awarded to Capsticks Solicitors LLP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for firms specialising in legal advisory services, particularly those adept in handling human resources-related legal matters. While the procurement process has concluded, understanding such tender processes can guide similar businesses in shaping their bids for future contracts. Companies that are large in scale, like Capsticks Solicitors LLP, are well-suited to meet the specific needs outlined by the NHS Foundation Trust, suggesting smaller SMEs or VCSEs might reconsider pursuing such contracts unless as sub-contractors within larger frameworks.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

C461259 - General Legal Advisory File for Human Resources- Capsticks

Notice Description

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust require Legal Advisory services to assist with internal decisions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d13a02ea-cf00-4c24-a74e-cf15c784d132
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0129e59d-46fb-4af4-bd66-53d4b4b44e75
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

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


CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 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
BRADFORD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD9 6RJ
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
Toller
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAPSTICKS SOLICITORS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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