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title: "Legal support for the potential transfer of Vulcan Naval Test Reactor Establishment to NDA"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e78d03f6-0c94-4acc-9d61-3242772c7b22"
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# Legal support for the potential transfer of Vulcan Naval Test Reactor Establishment to NDA

Buyer: NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e78d03f6-0c94-4acc-9d61-3242772c7b22

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## Summary

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has successfully completed the procurement process titled "Legal support for the potential transfer of Vulcan Naval Test Reactor Establishment to NDA". This tender falls under the industry category of legal services and covers locations within the postcode CA24 3HU in England. It was conducted through a selective call-off from Crown Commercial Services Framework RM6179, with the procurement method being a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 1st September 2024 and the contract period running from 2nd September 2024 to 30th March 2028. The award stage was concluded on 1st September 2024, with a contract value of £500,000 awarded to Pinsent Masons LLP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for legal firms specialising in public sector services, particularly those with experience in complex, high-value contracts. SMEs are explicitly indicated as suitable candidates for this contract. Businesses that can provide comprehensive legal support and have a proven track record in handling large-scale governmental projects would find this contract particularly beneficial for growth. The contract's duration and value offer substantial business continuity and financial gain, making it a lucrative opportunity for firms looking to expand their footprint in public sector legal services.

## Notice

Legal support for the potential transfer of Vulcan Naval Test Reactor Establishment to NDA Call off from Crown Commercial Services Framework RM6179

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eea169b7-ec2a-463c-956d-05381ee324d5 |
| 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 | 11 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2024 - 30 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 | NUCLEAR DECOMMISSIONING AUTHORITY |
| Locality | MOOR ROW |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA24 3HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Egremont North and St Bees |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PINSENT MASONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 11 Oct 2024 at 14:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eea169b7-ec2a-463c-956d-05381ee324d5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eea169b7-ec2a-463c-956d-05381ee324d5
  11th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/nda

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