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title: "External Legal Services (Reserve Contract)"
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# External Legal Services (Reserve Contract)

Buyer: HM LAND REGISTRY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d187e1e-d0b2-4c9b-8922-1e0643c8850b

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## Summary

HM Land Registry (HMLR) has completed the procurement process for the provision of external legal services, designated as a reserve contract. This contract was necessary to secure legal advice services that can be drawn upon when the primary contractor is unable to fulfil the requirement. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Legal advisory and representation services" (CPV code 79110000) and was conducted through a selective procurement method using the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Framework RM6179. The contract's tender period ended on 16th August 2024, with the award made on 16th October 2024. The effective contract period is from 30th November 2024 to 29th November 2026, with the service to be delivered in Croydon, England (postal code CR0 2AQ).

This contract presents significant opportunities for law firms, especially those with experience in public sector legal advisory roles. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are looking to expand their footprint in the public sector by providing high-quality legal services. The procurement process aimed at inclusivity for SMEs will enable these businesses to showcase their expertise and contribute to HMLR's legal advisory needs while also enhancing their business growth and reputation in the industry.

## Notice

HMLR requires the services of external legal services advisor to provide legal advice on a periodic basis. This Reserve Call-Off Contract will be utilised when the Prime Contractor is unable to act. The Further Competition was undertaken via Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Framework RM6179 and the standard Public Sector terms and conditions shall apply.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1dc4058-f82c-414e-bc8f-0552f2c7ecf1 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000 |
| 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 | HM LAND REGISTRY |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC2A 3PH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DWF LAW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

## Release History

- 8 Nov 2024 at 16:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1dc4058-f82c-414e-bc8f-0552f2c7ecf1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1dc4058-f82c-414e-bc8f-0552f2c7ecf1
  8th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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