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title: "Provision of Legal Enforcement Services to HSE"
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buyer: "HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE"
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# Provision of Legal Enforcement Services to HSE

Buyer: HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-248ead27-9633-4e33-98df-6015d66f93d3

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## Summary

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is currently conducting a tender process titled "Provision of Legal Enforcement Services to HSE," which focuses on legal services within the health and safety sector. The procurement process is classified under the CPV code for legal services and is managed through a selective procurement method, specifically the restricted procedure. The tender is located in Merseyside, United Kingdom, and is set to conclude on 8 June 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 1 November 2018 and will last for two years, with a possible extension for an additional year.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for law firms with expertise in regulatory health and safety matters, especially those familiar with criminal proceedings in England and Wales. Firms that have experience in conducting enforcement notice appeals and representing clients at inquests will have a competitive advantage. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the HSE is looking for capable and diverse service providers to enhance its legal enforcement capabilities during this contract period.

## Notice

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is seeking to appoint a panel of solicitor agents to provide enforcement legal services, primarily in support of its regulatory work in England and Wales, for a fixed period of two years commencing on 1 November 2018, with the option for HSE to extend by agreement for a further year. To be appointed to the panel, successful bidders will need to demonstrate a strong background of, in England and Wales: conducting criminal proceedings on behalf of the prosecution; conducting enforcement notice appeals and providing representation at inquests. Specific experience in the field of UK health and safety legislation is essential. To legally practise as a solicitor in England and Wales you must be entered on the Roll of solicitors of England and Wales and hold a current Law Society practising certificate. Additional information: Full details provided in documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/131309f9-14c8-42c4-9ba5-7988bab15015 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2018 - 31 Oct 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE |
| Locality | MERSEYSIDE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7HS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Linacre |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 9 May 2018 at 10:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/131309f9-14c8-42c4-9ba5-7988bab15015

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/131309f9-14c8-42c4-9ba5-7988bab15015
  9th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/HSE/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hse.gov.uk

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