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title: "External legal advice in respect of civil claims"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# External legal advice in respect of civil claims

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29f66f82-4305-4014-91f3-d1c134f43b01

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council has completed the procurement process for external legal advice regarding civil claims, with the contract being awarded to multiple suppliers. The contract, titled "External legal advice in respect of civil claims," falls under the industry category of legal services (CPV code 79100000). The procurement was conducted through a direct award method, and the contract is valued at £180,000. The delivery of these services will be within England, UK. The contract period starts on 16th October 2024 and ends on 15th October 2025, with the award notice published on 16th October 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for specialist legal firms with expertise in civil claims to engage with a major public sector organisation and establish long-term relationships. The procurement process underlines the council's methodical approach, favouring direct and streamlined awards. Firms well-suited for this opportunity include those with established reputations, sufficient resources to handle complex legal matters, and the ability to deliver high-quality legal services within the specified timeframe. Such engagements can enhance the visibility and credibility of legal firms in the public sector marketplace, providing a strong foundation for further business growth. The contract is particularly advantageous for large legal enterprises that can meet the procurement requirements and effectively support Leicestershire County Council's legal needs.

## Notice

External legal advice required by specialist solicitors in case area.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e6a530-fb98-4903-9c85-641fd973824c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 15 Oct 2024 - 15 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £180,000 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | BROWNE JACOBSON; CLYDE; KENNEDYS LAW; WEIGHTMANS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2024 at 15:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e6a530-fb98-4903-9c85-641fd973824c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3e6a530-fb98-4903-9c85-641fd973824c
  16th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

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