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title: "GCP Waterbeach to Cambridge project legal with WBD"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-427b9689-e7a7-4898-a7bd-6d7881a5db98"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-12-23"
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# GCP Waterbeach to Cambridge project legal with WBD

Buyer: CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-427b9689-e7a7-4898-a7bd-6d7881a5db98

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## Summary

Cambridgeshire County Council has successfully completed a procurement process for legal services related to the proposed Transport and Works Act Order for the Waterbeach to Cambridge project. The procurement, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, was awarded to Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP. The contract, valued at £350,000, spans from 26th January 2024 to 26th January 2028. The project is categorised under legal services (CPV code 79100000), with services to be delivered in the East of England region, United Kingdom. The procurement process was selective, aimed at SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), with the tender period ending on 27th November 2023.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, primarily for firms specialising in legal services within the transport and infrastructure sectors. Legal practices with expertise in transport legislation, project management, and regulatory compliance are well-suited to compete for such projects. The involvement of a high-profile entity like Cambridgeshire County Council can also provide valuable experience and credibility, enhancing the winning firm's portfolio. Additionally, the lengthy contract period of four years offers potential for sustained business relationships and financial growth.

## Notice

This was a call-off from a framework agreement between Cambridgeshire County Council and Womble Bond Dickinson to provide legal advice on the proposed Transport and Works Act Order relating to the Waterbeach to Cambridge project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06a57e9e-8fe4-4fc5-a853-38ad4f7a2544 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Nov 2023 |
| Contract period | 26 Jan 2024 - 26 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,000 |
| 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 | CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGE, UK |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB2 1BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Cambridge |
| Electoral ward | Market |
| Westminster constituency | Cambridge |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WOMBLE BOND DICKINSON (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2024 at 14:02 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06a57e9e-8fe4-4fc5-a853-38ad4f7a2544
- 24 May 2024 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06a57e9e-8fe4-4fc5-a853-38ad4f7a2544

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06a57e9e-8fe4-4fc5-a853-38ad4f7a2544
  24th May 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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