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Framework Agreement for Legal Representation for the Insurance team

Norfolk County Council

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19 Aug 2025 at 12:51

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Award

23 Aug 2021 at 10:43

Award Notice
Tender

28 Apr 2021 at 08:32

Tender Notice
Planning

31 Mar 2021 at 09:25

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Norfolk County Council revolves around the framework agreement for legal representation services aimed at supporting its insurance team. This tender, classified under the industry category of "Legal advisory and representation services," targets multiple regions across the United Kingdom, namely UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The procurement has reached the contract update stage as of 19th August 2025, following an award update stage reported earlier. The involvement of reputable legal service providers such as Browne Jacobson, DAC Beachcroft LLP, DWF Law LLP, Kennedys Law LLP, Plexus Legal LLP, and Weightmans LLP signifies the scale and complexity of the services envisioned. The contracted work, valued at £1,600,000, was signed initially on 23rd August 2021, and the framework agreement has since been extended due to ongoing reprocurement activities under Regulation 72 (1) (b) of the Public Contract Regulations.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities particularly for large-scale legal firms specialising in insurance claims' legal advisory and representation services. By providing high-quality legal advice, handling litigation, and sharing valuable insights into potential risks, involved firms can build a robust portfolio in public sector engagements. Given the wide geographical coverage and scope to collaborate with entities like The Norse Group, this framework agreement is well-suited to businesses capable of delivering comprehensive legal services across multiple regions. The open procurement method underscores the inclusive opportunity for qualified legal service providers to showcase expertise in managing large-scale, multi-faceted insurance claims-related legal demands.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Legal Representation for the Insurance team

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council requires 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.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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 include but are not 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. The insurance team provide support to the Norse Group and as such require coverage across the country.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a138
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049808-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79112000 - Legal representation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
7 May 2021Expired
Award Date
23 Aug 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

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
Postcode Area
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
10
Supplier Names

Browne Jacobson

Browne Jacobson Solicitors

DAC Beachcroft

DAC Beachcroft LLP

DWF LLP

DWF Law LLP

Kennedys Law

Kennedys Law LLP

Plexus Legal LLP

Weightmans LLP

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