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title: "C1305 - Legal Contract - Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP"
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buyer: "NATIONAL WEALTH FUND LIMITED"
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# C1305 - Legal Contract - Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Buyer: NATIONAL WEALTH FUND LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-315f9284-e21a-4b11-b2ef-d08403647664

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## Summary

The public procurement process titled "C1305 - Legal Contract - Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP" is managed by the National Wealth Fund Limited, based in Leeds, England. This contract falls within the legal services industry, classified under CPV code 79100000. As of 11 May 2026, the procurement stage is at the Award phase, with a direct award made under the Crown Commercial Services Framework RM6360, Lot 2, aimed at major projects and complex advice. The contract commenced on 8 May 2026 and will conclude on 7 May 2027, with a potential one-year extension available. The procurement is conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, facilitating engagements with pre-qualified suppliers.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those skilled in legal services for government projects. While Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP has been selected for this contract, future similar opportunities may be approachable for SMEs, as the procurement suitability considers SMEs viable candidates. Engaging with such contracts allows businesses to expand their governmental client base and gain experience in providing legal advisory services on significant and complex projects, enhancing their portfolio and expanding their market reach.

## Notice

Direct award under Crown Commercial Services Framework RM6360 Legal Panel for Government under Lot 2 - Major Projects and Complex Advice. This zero commitment contract is to provide critical support on deals as Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP have expertise in areas that are relevant to the Legal pipeline. Call-off expiry date till 7 May 2027 with an optional year extension to 7 May 2028.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb5e172-327f-4cc2-98cb-c48def9afa9b |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 May 2026 - 7 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 | NATIONAL WEALTH FUND LIMITED |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 4HR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HERBERT SMITH FREEHILLS KRAMER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 11 May 2026 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb5e172-327f-4cc2-98cb-c48def9afa9b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cb5e172-327f-4cc2-98cb-c48def9afa9b
  11th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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