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title: "LEGAL SERVICES 2020"
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buyer: "NORTH EAST ACCESS TO FINANCE LIMITED"
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# LEGAL SERVICES 2020

Buyer: NORTH EAST ACCESS TO FINANCE LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-39d35aa8-e843-4489-8978-218c4638a0cd

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "LEGAL SERVICES 2020" is initiated by North East Access to Finance Limited, located in Gateshead, England. This open tender within the portfolio management services industry is currently at the award stage. The procurement process commenced with the publication of the opportunity on 20th February 2020, with tenders closing at midday on 12th March 2020. The contract will run from 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2024, with a contract value of £50,000 and a minimum expected value of £10,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for legal firms specialising in public sector financing and procurement law, especially those with experience in venture capital and State Aid regulations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as the buying organisation is seeking to engage with businesses that can adequately support their legal requirements while ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations. Successful bidders will not only gain a contract with a notable organisation but also enhance their portfolio and credibility in the public sector.

## Notice

Tenders are sought for the provision of legal advice for North East Access to Finance and two subsidiaries. We are looking for a legal adviser who will support the Chief Executive and the Company Secretary, advise the Board and ensure that NEA2F meets all its legal and regulatory obligations. Bidders should have experience of advising on public sector venture capital funds, State Aid and procurement law, as well as general commercial matters. A detailed specification of our requirements and information on the application process can be found in the Invitation to Tender. Closing date is midday on 12 March 2020

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f7db4ee-0374-4e92-aea2-4d9fd78e5d79 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| 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 | NORTH EAST ACCESS TO FINANCE LIMITED |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 3DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WARD HADAWAY SOLICITORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66140000 - Portfolio management services

## Release History

- 21 Sep 2020 at 09:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f7db4ee-0374-4e92-aea2-4d9fd78e5d79
- 20 Feb 2020 at 15:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e0e848f-d5c1-447d-983b-5b6494db6d23

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f7db4ee-0374-4e92-aea2-4d9fd78e5d79
  21st September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e0e848f-d5c1-447d-983b-5b6494db6d23
  20th February 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/33effa8a-5c72-4106-b3e5-f6efffed46f6
  Invitation to Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nea2f.co.uk

## Provenance

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