Tender

BT1764 Bailiff and Legal Support With Illegal Encampments

LUTON COUNCIL

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Tender

30 Jul 2025 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council is conducting an active tender process for the provision of bailiff and legal support services concerning illegal encampments, with particular emphasis on efficient and lawful traveller evictions from parks land. The procurement falls under the 'services' category, specifically legal advisory and representation services. Located in the UKH21 region, the opportunity is open for submissions until 26 August 2025, with the enquiry period ending on 21 August 2025. This open competition is below the threshold, and Luton Council, a sub-central government public authority, is the contracting authority. The value of the tender is grossly estimated at £108,000, providing scope for negotiation and detailed service provision.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those experienced with bailiff services and traveller evictions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who can deliver quality services that meet legal and safety standards would be well-suited for this contract, which assesses bids based on a 70% quality and 30% price criteria. Successful engagement might lead to a contract spanning from 1 October 2025 to 31 August 2028, promoting long-term business growth for those capable of executing contractual obligations effectively and smoothly. The process favours businesses ready to submit electronically, with flexibility in display and capability to ensure swift, precise, and respectful service delivery in line with the council’s requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BT1764 Bailiff and Legal Support With Illegal Encampments

Notice Description

1.1. Luton Borough Council is looking to engage qualified organisations to quote for the provision of bailiff services to carry out traveller evictions. The requirement involves engaging qualified bailiffs who can efficiently and professionally execute eviction orders related to illegal traveller encampments on parks land owned by Luton Borough Council, ensuring compliance with legal procedures and safety standards. The desired outcome is to have a reliable team capable of completing the eviction process smoothly, minimizing disruption, and ensuring all actions are carried out lawfully. The successful provider will deliver a clear, timely, and respectful service that aligns with legal requirements and best practices for traveller evictions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0568eb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044220-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Amanda Clark
Contact Email
amanda.clark@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH21 Luton

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

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