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The Provision of Legal Adviser Services for the DfT Franchising Commercial Strategy Team

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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21 Jun 2018 at 15:47

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04 Jun 2018 at 07:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Provision of Legal Adviser Services for the DfT Franchising Commercial Strategy Team was conducted by the Crown Commercial Service, based in Liverpool, England. The process was classified under legal services, and the procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contracting authority awarded the contract to Ashurst LLP, with an active status since 18 April 2018, following the completion of the tender phase that ended on 12 March 2018. The contract period spans from 20 April 2018 to 19 August 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the legal services industry, particularly those with experience in governmental contracts and similar framework agreements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is suitable for them, potentially expanding their client base and gaining expertise through collaboration with larger suppliers. Companies with a robust understanding of commercial legal frameworks and government policies would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this type of contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Legal Adviser Services for the DfT Franchising Commercial Strategy Team

Notice Description

Variation to uplift original contract value. Please see attached variation letter for further information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b9e2804-405c-4614-a173-e646e5f37ca3
Current Stage
Award
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
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
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Apr 20187 years ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2018 - 19 Aug 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASHURST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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