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Further Competition RM6240 Lot1c For the Provision of Legal Services in Relation to ABC's Mid South West Growth Deal Programme and Associated Projects

ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE & CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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24 Nov 2025 at 11:11

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24 Nov 2025 at 10:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council has completed the procurement process for legal services under the title "Further Competition RM6240 Lot1c For the Provision of Legal Services in Relation to ABC’s Mid South West Growth Deal Programme and Associated Projects". The procurement falls under the services category and adheres to Northern Irish devolved regulations. It was concluded with the awarding of the contract to Cleaver Fulton Rankin Limited, a Belfast-based SME. The process used a "Below threshold - unknown" procurement method, indicating a more streamlined selection approach possibly due to the contract’s size or nature. The contract, worth GBP 120,000, commenced on 17th November 2025 and extends until 16th November 2027, with the possibility of a one-year renewal, not exceeding a three-year period in total. The project is located in Craigavon, UK, indicating the geographical focus for potential bidders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for legal firms, particularly those with expertise in providing advisory and representation services related to public sector projects. With a focus on the Mid South West Growth Deal Programme, the initiative aligns with strategic infrastructural and economic development efforts, warranting legal expertise in advisory capacities. SMEs, such as similar law firms with a foothold in dealing with public authority contracts or those wishing to expand their portfolio into governmental advisory roles, stand to benefit. Additionally, firms providing comprehensive legal services tailored to project development and strategic planning would find this contract an ideal growth platform, given the scope and potential for a longer engagement period through possible contract renewal.

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Notice Title

Further Competition RM6240 Lot1c For the Provision of Legal Services in Relation to ABC's Mid South West Growth Deal Programme and Associated Projects

Notice Description

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council (the Council) has a requirement for the provision of legal services to support and advise on information being prepared by the Council and/or its advisors in relation to its projects for the Mid South West Growth Deal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e709
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076368-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE & CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CRAIGAVON
Postcode
BT64 1AL
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Electoral Ward
Craigavon Centre
Westminster Constituency
Upper Bann

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLEAVER FULTON RANKIN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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