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title: "PS26001 Provision of Legal Services for OLS Investments"
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# PS26001 Provision of Legal Services for OLS Investments

Buyer: DSIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-06dcd2b8-02db-4ab2-ab87-64940407f350

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology (DSIT) has awarded a contract to Mills & Reeve LLP for the provision of legal services under the project title "PS26001 Provision of Legal Services for OLS Investments". This procurement falls under the legal services category and is a result of a mini competition derived from the RM6360 Legal Panel for Government. The procurement method was selective, via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £1,500,000, officially commenced on 10th June 2026 and will conclude on 5th May 2028. The project location spans across the UK, including British Overseas Territories and other global regions, offering legal support to the OLS PRISM team for the Life Sciences Large Investments Portfolio.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the legal sector, particularly those offering commercial legal services. SMEs can benefit from participating in such competitive procurements, providing specialised legal support to influential government projects. It is an excellent opportunity for large legal firms to enhance their portfolio by aligning with government investment initiatives in the life sciences sector. Companies with the capability to deliver legal services across various jurisdictions, including the Channel Islands and Isle of Man, may find this contract particularly aligned with their service offerings.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the RM6360 Legal Panel for Government. Brief description of the requirement Requirement for dedicated commercial legal support for OLS PRISM team to support work on the Life Sciences Large Investments Portfolio

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44d41c2c-7fe3-48b0-9f03-572df15c9a36 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2026 - 5 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DSIT |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MILLS & REEVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 09:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44d41c2c-7fe3-48b0-9f03-572df15c9a36

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44d41c2c-7fe3-48b0-9f03-572df15c9a36
  24th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

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