Tender

AM_1223 Lawyer - Legal Services for Colombia operation

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Mar 2026 at 12:18

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, a sub-central government public authority in the United Kingdom, is seeking to procure legal services for its operations in Colombia under the tender titled "AM_1223 Lawyer - Legal Services for Colombia operation." This procurement falls within the legal services category (CPV code 79100000) and is part of an open competition procurement process below the traditional threshold. The tender phase is currently active, with key deadlines for submissions by 7 April 2026 and enquiries by 23 March 2026. This contract covers a substantial period from 4 May 2026 to 30 April 2029, with a potential renewal for an additional year, thus presenting significant opportunities for businesses offering legal services.

This tender provides a promising opportunity for legal service providers aiming to expand their footprint in international markets, particularly those with expertise in labour, public, and general law. Given the substantial gross contract value of GBP 141,500, businesses equipped with a robust capacity, relevant experience, and competitive pricing can leverage this tender to drive growth and enter the Colombian market. Ideal contenders are those well-versed in handling international legal affairs and able to establish a presence or partnership in Colombia. The open procurement method affords a transparent competition framework, opening doors for businesses seeking to enhance their portfolio through government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AM_1223 Lawyer - Legal Services for Colombia operation

Notice Description

AM_1223 Lawyer - Legal Services for Colombia operation (Labour, Public and General)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066aea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023455-2026
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
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
£118,860 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£118,860 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 20262 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 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
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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