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title: "*** TEST SB 02042025 ***"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MHCLG"
published: "2025-04-25"
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# *** TEST SB 02042025 ***

Buyer: MHCLG  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b54efa09-acb0-4639-958d-3be32136c0f0

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## Summary

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "*** TEST SB 02042025 ***". The procurement, within the legal services sector, is classified under CPV code 79100000. The procurement process is aimed at works related to legal services and is set to address needs in the North East region of the United Kingdom, with key activities centered at their London office. The planning stage is crucially addressing market engagement, with an engagement end date set for 31st January 2026. This timeline allows prospective suppliers to prepare and position themselves for participation in forthcoming tender activities once the planning phase transitions into an open competitive stage.

This tender opportunity can significantly benefit businesses involved in legal services by offering them a chance to engage directly with MHCLG, a major government department. It is particularly fitting for larger, established legal firms that can provide comprehensive legal works, given the suitability criteria do not favour SMEs or VCSEs. The early engagement notice further suggests that businesses preparing to compete in this process should be ready to provide substantial expertise and ample resources to align with MHCLG's requirements. Companies capable of expanding their operations or seeking to establish a strong presence in the North East region will find this opportunity promising for strategic growth and expansion.

## Notice

*** TEST ***

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9032b4a-b8fc-459e-99ab-774ea989cc05 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MHCLG |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 25 Apr 2025 at 13:08 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9032b4a-b8fc-459e-99ab-774ea989cc05

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9032b4a-b8fc-459e-99ab-774ea989cc05
  25th April 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3a6dfb77-1aca-4e9d-a7de-90d1764a5480
  TEST NOTICE DOC

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