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TenderUpdate

21 May 2026 at 16:09

Tender

01 May 2026 at 15:30

Planning

20 Feb 2026 at 16:22

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Legal Services Framework," led by Karbon Homes in coordination with Gentoo Group Limited and other contracting authorities, seeks to establish a broad framework for legal services. This initiative operates within the services category under an open procurement method, and the relevant industry classification is legal services (CPV: 79100000). The procurement is at the tender update stage, having undergone market engagement, and is now open for submissions until 15th June 2026, reflecting the extended deadline. The tender covers multiple lots addressing different aspects of legal services, with procurement set across various regions in the United Kingdom. Key procurement dates include the enquiry period ending on 20th May 2026, a decision-making phase concluding by 13th July 2026, and the official contract start date slated for 1st August 2026.

This tender presents a formidable opportunity for legal service providers, including small and medium-sized enterprises, to secure long-term contracts in the public sector. Businesses skilled in diverse legal areas such as property law, housing law, governance, compliance, and employment law would find this tender particularly beneficial. The framework's structure, permitting a duration up to 48 months with featured renewal options, offers a platform for sustainable growth and strategic partnerships in the public housing sector. Service providers should leverage this procurement opportunity not only to expand their clientele but also to enhance their reputation by delivering high-quality legal solutions to reputable public authorities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Legal Services Framework

Notice Description

The Contracting Authorities seek to establish a legal panel/Framework for the provision of legal services to support each Contracting Authority's legal requirements. Estimated total value is contained within the ITT.

Lot Information

General Property/Real Estate and Conveyancing (Commercial and Residential)

General Property/Real Estate and Conveyancing (Commercial and Residential). Includes both residential and commercial freehold and leasehold work and may include commonhold tenure. See specification for further details.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 24 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authorities still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 months.

Development and New Build Housing Disposals

Development and New Build Housing Disposals. Includes freehold and leasehold work and may include commonhold. Where a Provider acts on a development, site or unit acquisition they may also be instructed on the related onward disposal of units on that site at the Contracting Authority's discretion. See specification for further details.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 24 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authorities still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 months.

Planning and Construction

Planning and Construction. Items such as Drafting, negotiating, varying, advising on and interpreting planning agreements and undertakings (Section 106). See specification for further details.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 24 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authorities still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 months.

Property Securitisation

Property Securitisation. Items such as Collation of relevant underlying title information, including Land Registry title entries (and documents referred) and filed plans, unregistered title documents, conveyancing plans, and leases/tenancies/licences. See specification for further details.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 24 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authorities still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 months.

Housing Law and Residential Landlord and Tenant (non-Commercial)

Housing Law and Residential Landlord and Tenant (non-Commercial). Includes litigation and advocacy. See specification for further details.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 24 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authorities still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 months.

Governance, Regulation and Compliance

Governance, Regulation and Compliance. Items such as Financial services regulatory issues. See specification for further details.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 24 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authorities still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 months.

Corporate, Commercial and Finance

Corporate, Commercial and Finance. Items such as Mergers and acquisitions, amalgamations and other combinations: advice and procedure, drafting and negotiation of project documentation and dealing with regulatory formalities. See specification for further details.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 24 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authorities still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 months.

Employment and Pensions

Employment and Pensions. Items such as Advice on recruitment and termination of Staff and board members, including settlement agreements. See specification for further details.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be for an initial 24 month period, with an option to extend for a further 24 month period subject to satisfactory contract performance and the Contracting Authorities still having the need and funding for the Contract. The extension period will be in 12-month cycles. The total contract duration will not exceed 48 months.

Planning Information

This procedure is being used to define our requirements and increase our understanding of the market. Pre Market Engagement submissions should be submitted electronically via the Panacea e-Sourcing portal. To access the Pre Market Engagement questions, log in to https://app.panacea-software.com/KarbonHomes/ and view the opportunity. Panacea reference number #REQ-11. If you are not registered with Panacea, please visit https://app.panacea-software.com/KarbonHomes/ and request a new account.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0659a1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047397-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8 Under £100K
Lots Value
£8 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-04-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KARBON HOMES
Additional Buyers

BEYOND HOUSING LIMITED

GENTOO GROUP LIMITED

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE12 8EG
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Scarborough and Whitby

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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