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title: "Framework Call off - Legal services"
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# Framework Call off - Legal services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74230e54-5974-4bb9-baa4-2fbd8564e5fa

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## Summary

The University of Essex is seeking to engage legal services through a framework call-off via the LUPC Legal Services (National) Framework Agreement, specifically Lot 7 One Stop Shop. The tender, titled "Framework Call off - Legal services," was awarded with a total value of £800,000 and is classified under the CPV code for legal services. The procurement process was conducted using the selective method, and the contract period began on 14th May 2018 and will conclude on 14th May 2020. The award notice was published on 29th May 2018, and the tender period ended on 9th March 2018, with the delivery address located in Colchester, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for law firms and legal service providers looking to expand their client base, particularly those with expertise in public sector legal requirements. Suppliers with experience in framework agreements or those able to deliver comprehensive legal support within the specified timeframe would be well-positioned to compete effectively for such contracts. The involvement of a large supplier, Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP, indicates a competitive environment, making it vital for interested businesses to showcase their unique offerings and capabilities during the bidding process.

## Notice

Framework Call Off - via the LUPC Legal services (National) Framework Agreement, Lot 7 One Stop Shop.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0c398de-521f-4bdf-88da-1e6e0753a1f0 |
| 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 | 29 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2018 - 14 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EVERSHEDS SUTHERLAND (INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 29 May 2018 at 15:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0c398de-521f-4bdf-88da-1e6e0753a1f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0c398de-521f-4bdf-88da-1e6e0753a1f0
  29th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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