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Framework Agreement for Legal Representation for the Insurance team

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Aug 2021 at 09:58

Tender

28 Apr 2021 at 08:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Norfolk County Council seeking legal representation services through a framework agreement titled "Framework Agreement for Legal Representation for the Insurance team." This tender is classified under the legal advisory and representation services category within the services industry. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, with the deadline for tender submissions set for 7 June 2021. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 31 October 2021 and finish on 31 October 2025, covering the entirety of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents significant potential for legal firms specialising in insurance claims and litigation, particularly those prepared to provide comprehensive legal advice and representation. Businesses that possess experience in delivering high-quality legal services and have the capacity to meet the requirements detailed in the tender are well-suited to compete. Success in this tender could lead to a fruitful partnership with a prominent public sector client, enhancing business growth and expanding service offerings across the country.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Legal Representation for the Insurance team

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council required legal services for the in-house insurance team to predominately help support the delivery of the claims service, and retendered its expiring framework agreement for these services. The Council was seeking to purchase legal representation. The service will provide a high standard of professional service advice and guidance on all matters relating to insurance claims handled by the team. Typical duties will include but not be limited to: * Provision of general legal advice * Representing the authority in litigation * Maintaining a knowledge of issues facing the authority and being prepared to offer legal opinions * Supporting the development and knowledge of the insurance team. Regular management information relating to claims settlement and costs will need to be provided. The insurance team provide support to the Norse Group and as such require coverage across the country. This is a framework agreement and as such the value quoted is the potential maximum spend under the framework agreement, but is also not a guarantee of work.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d317bef8-dde2-4156-9517-f344b93bd68c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b79ab74a-0745-48d8-81f5-d67eee6019bf
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
30 Oct 2021 - 31 Oct 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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

BROWNE JACOBSON

DAC BEACHCROFT

DWF LAW

KENNEDYS LAW

PLEXUS LEGAL

WEIGHTMANS

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