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title: "WHC - Legal Services in relation to s106 Planning Obligations. - AWARD"
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# WHC - Legal Services in relation to s106 Planning Obligations. - AWARD

Buyer: SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d0c72aa5-a703-4cd4-bfd4-b9838665ed33

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Supply Hertfordshire, which is the contracting authority seeking to appoint qualified legal practices for the delivery of legal services associated with Section 106 Planning Obligations. The title of the tender is “WHC - Legal Services in relation to s106 Planning Obligations - AWARD,” and it falls under the legal services industry category. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the award completed on 20th July 2020. The contract period commenced on 3rd August 2020 and will run until 2nd August 2023, covering deliveries to various addresses including those in the UK and overseas territories. The tender had a value of £50,000 and a minimum value of £40,000, and it is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for legal firms, especially those with expertise in planning obligations and contractual negotiations within the planning context. Businesses that are agile and have experience in public sector contracts would be well-suited to compete, particularly those that can demonstrate proven capability in handling similar legal tasks. Engaging in this procurement could foster growth for these firms by expanding their portfolio and establishing strong relationships with local councils and public authorities.

## Notice

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council wishes to appoint suitably qualified legal practices to act on the Council's behalf in dealing primarily with Section 106 Planning Obligations and Unilateral Undertakings under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 that the Council negotiates on, leading to completion of the deeds. The Council currently outsources this task on an individual case basis. Monies and other obligations are secured on behalf of the Borough Council, Hertfordshire County Council and others such as the NHS. Where obligations are secured for Hertfordshire County Council, solicitors at County are also involved with the preparation of the deed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d43ffccd-e406-4804-a474-213cd15021d9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2020 - 2 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE |
| Locality | HERTS |
| Post town | St Albans |
| Postcode | AL8 6AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Electoral ward | Handside |
| Westminster constituency | Welwyn Hatfield |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TROWERS & HAMLINS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services
- 79112000 - Legal representation services

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2020 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d43ffccd-e406-4804-a474-213cd15021d9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d43ffccd-e406-4804-a474-213cd15021d9
  9th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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