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title: "The Provision of Legal Adviser Services for the DfT Franchising Commercial Strategy Team"
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# The Provision of Legal Adviser Services for the DfT Franchising Commercial Strategy Team

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-da868686-c4bb-4fc0-81a6-0f09a2250c46

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Provision of Legal Adviser Services for the DfT Franchising Commercial Strategy Team was conducted by the Crown Commercial Service, based in Liverpool, England. The process was classified under legal services, and the procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contracting authority awarded the contract to Ashurst LLP, with an active status since 18 April 2018, following the completion of the tender phase that ended on 12 March 2018. The contract period spans from 20 April 2018 to 19 August 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the legal services industry, particularly those with experience in governmental contracts and similar framework agreements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is suitable for them, potentially expanding their client base and gaining expertise through collaboration with larger suppliers. Companies with a robust understanding of commercial legal frameworks and government policies would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this type of contract.

## Notice

Variation to uplift original contract value. Please see attached variation letter for further information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b9e2804-405c-4614-a173-e646e5f37ca3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 19 Apr 2018 - 19 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASHURST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 21 Jun 2018 at 15:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b9e2804-405c-4614-a173-e646e5f37ca3
- 4 Jun 2018 at 07:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56bc5280-3d2e-46b6-a65c-c2f0868a082d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b9e2804-405c-4614-a173-e646e5f37ca3
  21st June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56bc5280-3d2e-46b6-a65c-c2f0868a082d
  4th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8b8e11f1-7789-45fa-8668-438f3484dbe6
  CCLL18A12 - Framework Award Letter V1.0 - Ashurst LLP Redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/51291e45-9909-4caf-b97c-882785891f6d
  CCLL18A12 - Legal Services Contract and Order Form - Ashurst LLP Redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/541c7929-2570-43e1-aefd-4232a7ea0763
  CCLL18A12 - Appendix B - Statement of Requirements - V1.0
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f2ee79a4-f328-4916-aea6-09ac72674f02
  CCLL18A12-1 - DFT Variation Letter - Transparency

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

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