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17 Jun 2026 at 13:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Bank of England has concluded a procurement process for the provision of legal services, with the contract awarded to Wilberforce Chambers Service Company Limited. This public authority based in London is part of the central government. The process utilised a direct procurement method, completed below the threshold without competition. The tender, titled "Legal Advice," falls under the services industry category, specifically legal services. The contract period started on 20th April 2026 and ended on 31st May 2026, with the document publication being noted on 17th June 2026. The procurement stage is complete, marking the award and contract as active processes.

This tender presents opportunities for growth for legal service providers, especially those in London or with the capability to operate within the United Kingdom. Businesses similar to Wilberforce Chambers, characterised as a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), might find such opportunities appealing, particularly those specialising in legal services. Engaging in contracts like this allows businesses to establish relationships with high-profile institutions such as the Bank of England. For companies interested in future opportunities, understanding the procurement approach—often direct and below competitive thresholds—can help tailor their strategies effectively to meet such demands.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Legal Advice

Notice Description

Provision of legal services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b70f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057144-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WILBERFORCE CHAMBERS SERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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