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title: "CP2675-25 CDS Legal Support"
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# CP2675-25 CDS Legal Support

Buyer: DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b62f1ac7-2a54-4ebd-a7bd-13e0679d678e

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## Summary

The procurement process for "CP2675-25 CDS Legal Support," conducted by Devon County Council, has reached the award stage. This contract pertains to the delivery of legal services to support CDS's ongoing Phase 2 contracts with a particular focus on contract management. The project, situated in the South West region of the United Kingdom, was awarded as a direct contract valued at £240,000. The award was made to DWF Law LLP on 24th June 2025 and is set for a contractual period starting from 2nd July 2025 and ending on 1st July 2028. The contract allows the buying organisation the flexibility of a potential one-time 12-month extension.

This tender presents a strategic opportunity for legal service firms, particularly SMEs, to engage in long-term contract management and advisory roles which can address state aid concerns, particularly within large-scale publicly funded projects such as broadband development. Firms with a robust track record in legal management and advisory services, situated within or capable of operating in the South West UK, will find this opportunity particularly compelling. Engaging with such contracts not only enhances a firm's portfolio but also positions them for future prospects with public sector clients. This opportunity underscores the importance of aligning legal services with governmental digital and infrastructure initiatives.

## Notice

Legal advice is needed to ensure CDS requirements continue to be covered under all their Phase 2 contracts. Legal advisors will be expected to assist the Project during the implementation of contracts, in particular with contract management in the delivery period. The contracts have been awarded with the benefit of State Aid clearance provided by BDUK under the 'umbrella' state aid notification for broadband but as the project continues further legal advice is likely to be required in this area. Additional information: 1x12 month extensions available at the sole discretion of the authority

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fa3edbd-9980-48c5-8749-95a4b44bf02e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jul 2025 - 1 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £240,000 |
| 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 | DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 4QD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Newtown and St Leonard's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DWF LAW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2025 at 09:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fa3edbd-9980-48c5-8749-95a4b44bf02e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fa3edbd-9980-48c5-8749-95a4b44bf02e
  15th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.devon.gov.uk

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