This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

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05 May 2026 at 11:19

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05 May 2026 at 11:15

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05 May 2026 at 11:14

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05 May 2026 at 11:12

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25 Mar 2025 at 10:43

Award

08 May 2024 at 08:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has completed a significant public procurement process titled "Contract Variation for Matrix Programme - Legal Services" focusing on legal services. This contract, initially part of a call-off from the RM6179 Legal Service Panel Framework, has undergone variation to expand its scope and value. The contract, valued at £800,000, spans from 1st August 2023 to 30th October 2026. It caters to a diverse set of regions, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, and global locations such as Europe and the Rest of the World. The procurement method was selective, specifically using a framework agreement to streamline the process. The process reached the 'award' stage by 5th May 2026, with the original contract notice published on 8th May 2024 and the variation aimed at enhancing commercial activities under the Matrix Programme.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for businesses in the legal services sector to secure long-term procurement contracts with the government. While the current contract has been awarded to DAC Beachcroft, a large-scale supplier, the focus on broad market coverage and the provision for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) indicates an inclusive approach in future tenders. Businesses that can provide comprehensive legal support and have experience working within framework agreements will be best positioned to leverage such procurement processes for growth. This procurement highlights transparency and strategic partnership potential, fostering an environment conducive to expanding business networks and accessing significant governmental engagements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Contract Variation for Matrix Programme - Legal Services

Notice Description

Please note that this contract has already been awarded, following a call-off from the RM6179 Legal Service Panel Framework, and this variation is being published for transparency purposes only. This is a variation to the scope and value of the contract, allowing for additional Legal support to commercial activities with the wider Matrix Programme. Original CAN can be found at - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4d26428-63fb-4f7a-a0df-61f502e00931

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ea58dc45-66d7-48c0-8c8c-7815cc56214e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90038f1d-dac1-4f4c-a4a2-912708657879
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
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
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20242 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2023 - 30 Oct 2026 3-4 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
DSIT
Additional Buyers

DESNZ

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0ET
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAC BEACHCROFT

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