--- title: "Legal Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b7726a15-bca7-46bb-8d21-d13c0d0653ed" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b7726a15-bca7-46bb-8d21-d13c0d0653ed" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b7726a15-bca7-46bb-8d21-d13c0d0653ed.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b7726a15-bca7-46bb-8d21-d13c0d0653ed.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SINGLE SOURCE REGULATIONS OFFICE" published: "2019-01-25" --- # Legal Services Framework Buyer: SINGLE SOURCE REGULATIONS OFFICE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b7726a15-bca7-46bb-8d21-d13c0d0653ed [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b7726a15-bca7-46bb-8d21-d13c0d0653ed) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b7726a15-bca7-46bb-8d21-d13c0d0653ed.json) ## Summary The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) is conducting a procurement process for a "Legal Services Framework" aimed at appointing two contractors to provide legal services over a three-year term. This initiative falls within the legal advisory services industry and is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 16 November 2018. The contract is valued at £250,000, with a minimum value of £52,000, set to commence on 1 February 2019 and concluding on 31 January 2022. This tender presents significant opportunities for law firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), specialising in areas such as public law, commercial contracts, data protection, and employment law. As the SSRO requires varied legal support, businesses with expertise in public procurement and regulatory compliance should consider competing for this contract, which could enhance their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with a key government agency. ## Notice The Defence Reform Act 2014 established the Single Source Regulations Office ("SSRO") as an independent regulator of the UK Government's procurement of single source military equipment and services. The SSRO is the custodian of the single source procurement framework and has a number of functions under the Act and the Single Source Contract Regulations 2014. The SSRO is establishing a legal framework agreement, under which it will appoint up to two Contractors to provide legal services from time to time. The SSRO expects to require legal advice and support to ensure the efficient and effective discharge of its functions. The types of legal work which the SSRO may require from time to time are wide ranging, but key areas are summarised: Public law - Defence Reform Act 2014 and Single Source Contract Regulations 2014 (including referrals and determinations thereunder). Other - relevant legislation and legal matters which concern the functioning of public bodies. Commercial - Public procurement & Contracts. Information - Freedom of Information, Data Protection and GDPR. Employment - Employment law generally and disputes. The SSRO is seeking to appoint up to two suppliers to the framework agreement, which will run for a term of 3 years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5faa84a5-ca14-4083-bad4-b4956209dca7 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | 16 Nov 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 16 Jan 2019 | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jan 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £250,000 | | 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 | SINGLE SOURCE REGULATIONS OFFICE | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC4A 1AB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | City of London | | Electoral ward | Farringdon Without | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | BATES WELLS & BRAITHWAITE LONDON; HUGH JAMES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79111000 - Legal advisory services - 79140000 - Legal advisory and information services ## Release History - 25 Jan 2019 at 11:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5faa84a5-ca14-4083-bad4-b4956209dca7 - 29 Oct 2018 at 16:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ce60cfa-ca91-4607-99f0-a03dd5d8a5bb - 17 Oct 2018 at 08:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ce60cfa-ca91-4607-99f0-a03dd5d8a5bb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5faa84a5-ca14-4083-bad4-b4956209dca7 25th January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ce60cfa-ca91-4607-99f0-a03dd5d8a5bb 29th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/de9f9e0b-06c1-4cba-8434-144b022f9be0 External Legal Resources Brief - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2cd33b4e-31f3-4147-a702-914d9e860b7b External Legal Resources Pricing Schedule - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ac2768b6-5f14-4734-9ab8-e58010cfd412 External Legal Resources Form of Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8734a8b3-8ebb-4a77-82b8-b4ff79672728 External Legal Resources Response to Tender Questions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c80d161a-24e0-4dd4-9bdb-bfc645e527b4 External Legal Resources Statement of Conduct - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6c144611-d5ac-4298-95a7-abb3817724ca External Legal Resources Terms and Conditions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c85b3af8-2112-4b67-8dab-fe4fea468824 External Legal Resources ITT - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2e4df194-8f66-468a-8f1a-33961bc3e728 External Legal Resources Terms & Condition 29102018 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/59ea8f8d-b38c-410d-ad7a-4ad65e726af4 Tender Clarification Questions and Answers - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cbdef6dc-1fc2-47fc-ba82-60e2e1fe5e0c External Legal Resources Response to Tender Questions 29102018 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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