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title: "PROVISION LEGAL ADVISORS FOR FRANCHISING AGEEMENTS"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2a86f91e-0058-4691-848a-00a54e11bfe7"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2020-09-28"
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# PROVISION LEGAL ADVISORS FOR FRANCHISING AGEEMENTS

Buyer: THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a86f91e-0058-4691-848a-00a54e11bfe7

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## Summary

The recent tender titled "Provision of Legal Advisors for Franchising Agreements" has been completed by The Department for Transport in the United Kingdom. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically classified as research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV code 73000000). The contract was awarded for a value of £300,000, with a contract period extending from 19th March 2020 to 18th March 2021. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. Notably, the tender closed on 2nd March 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for law firms and consultancy businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those with expertise in rail franchise agreements. As the procurement was specifically structured for larger providers, it would suit established firms looking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts. Potential bidders should possess a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and operational demands within the UK rail industry to effectively compete for similar future contracts.

## Notice

PROVISION O LEGAL ADVISORS FOR RAIL FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS Additional information: contract value and date extended

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06fb82ff-1440-45a2-b227-cb9f170cc2e7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 19 Mar 2020 - 18 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| 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 | THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| 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 | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADDLESHAW GODDARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Sep 2020 at 10:30 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06fb82ff-1440-45a2-b227-cb9f170cc2e7
- 12 May 2020 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06fb82ff-1440-45a2-b227-cb9f170cc2e7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06fb82ff-1440-45a2-b227-cb9f170cc2e7
  28th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/884a1ec8-c98d-4a23-b814-12929db991ea

## Provenance

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