--- title: "CST139 - Provision of a Barrister Service Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-43b6fe13-8701-408a-8fed-ab250eea7452" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-43b6fe13-8701-408a-8fed-ab250eea7452" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43b6fe13-8701-408a-8fed-ab250eea7452.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43b6fe13-8701-408a-8fed-ab250eea7452.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2025-01-30" --- # CST139 - Provision of a Barrister Service Framework Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43b6fe13-8701-408a-8fed-ab250eea7452 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-43b6fe13-8701-408a-8fed-ab250eea7452) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43b6fe13-8701-408a-8fed-ab250eea7452.json) ## Summary Derbyshire County Council, in collaboration with Nottinghamshire County Council, Derby City Council, and Nottingham City Council, has completed a procurement process titled "CST139 - Provision of a Barrister Service Framework" in the legal services industry category. The framework aims to provide legal advice and advocacy services related to the Public Law Children Act 1989 and other child care matters. The contract, valued at £8.5 million, involves several Chambers and spans from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2029, with options to extend up to three additional years. The procurement method used was an open procedure, ensuring transparency and competitiveness. Key dates include the award date of 5th July 2024 and the tender period ending on 29th February 2024. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that provide legal services and are authorised to practice in England and Wales. It is well-suited for Chambers and barristers seeking to expand their client base and secure a substantial long-term contract. The focus on value for money, combining quality and price, makes it an attractive opportunity for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger organisations. Additionally, businesses that are regulated by the independent Bar Standards Board and hold a current practicing certificate have a competitive edge in this procurement. ## Notice Derbyshire County Council in partnership with Nottinghamshire County Council, Derby City Council and Nottingham City Council (pending approval) are seeking to enter into a framework contract with a range of Chambers to assist in the provision of legal advice and advocacy services in respect of Public Law Children Act 1989 and other Child Care related matters. The award of the contract must demonstrate value for money having regard to quality and price. The joint expenditure for all four authorities is in the region of PS 1,790,000 per annum. The contract will run from 1st April 2024 for an initial 2-year period with options to extend for up to 3 x 1-year periods. Bidders must be authorised to practice in England and Wales and have a current practicing certificate. to be regulated by the independent Bar Standards Board ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a4e1710-b7cc-4962-8552-aaecfcc4e547 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 29 Feb 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 4 Jul 2024 | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £8,500,000 | | 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 | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | MATLOCK | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE4 3AG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire | | Local authority | Derbyshire Dales | | Electoral ward | Matlock West | | Westminster constituency | Derbyshire Dales | | 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 | 9 | | Supplier names | 33 BEDFORD ROW CHAMBERS; 3PB BARRISTERS; BANKHOUSE CHAMBERS; KCH GARDEN SQUARE; SPIRE BARRISTERS; ST IVES CHAMBERS; ST JOHNS BUILDINGS; ST MARYS CHAMBERS; THE BARRISTER GROUP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79100000 - Legal services ## Release History - 30 Jan 2025 at 10:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a4e1710-b7cc-4962-8552-aaecfcc4e547 - 29 Jan 2024 at 14:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e3b805d-e00f-4f8d-a66c-5166e8b58899 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a4e1710-b7cc-4962-8552-aaecfcc4e547 30th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e3b805d-e00f-4f8d-a66c-5166e8b58899 29th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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