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title: "Criminal Barrister Services"
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# Criminal Barrister Services

Buyer: GAMBLING COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0792088c-0df4-4e18-8a9f-267d8b2cc96f

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## Summary

The public procurement process for Criminal Barrister Services was initiated by the Gambling Commission, based in Birmingham, England. This contract is categorised under public security, law and order services, with a focus on regulations related to gambling. The tender process utilised an open procedure, as it was above the threshold, aligning with the category of services. The procurement process has now reached the award stage, with the contract valued at £4,800,000. The contract was awarded on 14th November 2024 and it is set to commence on 7th February 2025, concluding on 13th February 2026. Services will be delivered in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the legal sector specialising in criminal law and regulatory services. By securing this contract, businesses can expand their portfolio and enhance their reputation in providing specialised legal services within the public sector. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, promoting competitive diversity and innovation in the market.

## Notice

Provision of Criminal Barrister services as relates to gambling regulation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2759fa40-172e-4fa6-8764-7395e27139a8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Feb 2025 - 13 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,800,000 |
| 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 | GAMBLING COMMISSION |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B2 4BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HOLLIS WHITEMAN CHAMBERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75240000 - Public security, law and order services

## Release History

- 20 May 2025 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2759fa40-172e-4fa6-8764-7395e27139a8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2759fa40-172e-4fa6-8764-7395e27139a8
  20th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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