Planning

Framework for the provision of Legal Services

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Planning

12 Jul 2022 at 12:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking to establish a Framework for the provision of Legal Services, aimed at supporting the Scottish central government sector. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with key activities focused on developing procurement strategy options and gathering stakeholder insights. The Framework encompasses various legal service categories, including Contract, Commercial and Corporate Law, Debt Recovery, and Litigation, among others. Interested suppliers can contribute their views through an online questionnaire until 29th July 2022, with a future notice date set for 14th November 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for law firms and legal service providers looking to expand their reach within the public sector. Businesses that specialise in areas such as contract law, debt recovery, and commercial projects will find this framework particularly relevant. Organisations that can deliver comprehensive legal solutions are encouraged to engage in this process, offering their expertise to shape a robust legal service framework for the Scottish Government.

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Notice Title

Framework for the provision of Legal Services

Notice Description

Framework for the provision of legal services to the Scottish central government sector.

Lot Information

Contract, Commercial and Corporate Law

Lot 1 - Contract, Commercial and Corporate is included in the current Legal Services Framework. However, this may change in any future framework structure.

Debt Recovery

Lot 2 Debt Recovery is included in the current Legal Services Framework. However, this may change in any future framework structure.

Litigation, Reparation, Employment and Inquiries

Lot 3 Litigation, Reparation, Employment and Inquiries is included in the current Legal Services Framework. However, this may change in any future Framework structure.

Major Infrastructure and Commercial Projects (and related Litigation)

Lot 4 Major Infrastructure and Commercial Projects (and related Litigation) is included in the current Legal Services Framework. However, this may change in any future framework structure.

Property and Related Matters

Lot 5 Property and Related Matters is included in the current Legal Services Framework. However, this may change in any future framework structure.

One Stop Shop

Lot 6 One Stop Shop is included in the current Legal Services Framework. However, this may change in any future framework structure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03510f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019046-2022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Nov 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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