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GLD010 2021 eDisclosure Services - Williams Inquiry (Z2013328)

GOVERNMENT LEGAL DEPARTMENT

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15 Mar 2021 at 15:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The Government Legal Department has awarded a contract titled "GLD010 2021 eDisclosure Services - Williams Inquiry" for legal services related to a non-statutory inquiry into the failures of the Horizon IT computer system. This procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from the Crown Commercial Service Framework Agreement for e-Disclosure Services, with a total contract value of £7,515. The contract period commenced on 12th March 2021 and will last until 31st December 2021. The services are to be delivered in London, and the award notice was published on 15th March 2021.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in legal and consultancy services to engage with a significant public sector inquiry, particularly those that have experience in government contracts and IT compliance. Companies that excel in advisory roles and document management, as well as those familiar with public sector frameworks, would be well-positioned to participate in similar future tenders. Engaging in such contracts can enhance visibility and credibility for businesses within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GLD010 2021 eDisclosure Services - Williams Inquiry (Z2013328)

Notice Description

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) Commercial and Contract Management Directorate (CCMD) acting on behalf of the Government Legal Department (GLD) have awarded a Call-off Contract against the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Framework Agreement for e-Disclosure Services (Reference: RM3717) for the supply of services in a single matter. This eDisclosure pertains to a non-statutory inquiry, led by Sir Wyn Williams, to look into and establish a clear account of the implementation and failings of the Horizon IT computer system over its lifetime and assess whether lessons have been learnt at the Post Office Limited (POL).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-faead883-9e00-4d45-ad65-4328c21519f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af1bc542-ecfe-40ee-9444-3199eaf5f56b
Current Stage
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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
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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,515 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,515 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
12 Mar 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 6-12 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
GOVERNMENT LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9GL
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEGASTAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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