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title: "P2017/1428/NE - Legal Services for Potential Judicial Review"
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# P2017/1428/NE - Legal Services for Potential Judicial Review

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0d9c7e9-f238-4581-bf84-927b84978c33

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "P2017/1428/NE - Legal Services for Potential Judicial Review" was conducted by Darlington Borough Council, which is based in Darlington, England. This contract relates to legal services within the legal industry category, particularly concerning potential judicial review regarding the closure and relocation of a library. The procurement was executed through a direct award method, with a total value of £53,000. The contract period commenced on 1st September 2017 and concluded on 31st August 2018. The tender period ended on 25th August 2017, marking the key deadlines in this process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth for legal service providers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that offer judicial review expertise. Businesses specialising in legal consultancy, particularly in local government matters or library-related issues, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future procurements. The involvement of Darlington Borough Council indicates potential for ongoing projects in the North East region, encouraging businesses to enhance their offerings and establish strong relationships with local authorities to secure contracts.

## Notice

Legal Services for Potential Judicial Review over decision to close and relocate library. Additional information: Direct award

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1dd5cee-f65a-4d04-868c-47e0b10fb55f |
| 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 | 1 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £53,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £53,000 |
| 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 | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KINGS CHAMBERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 1 Feb 2018 at 11:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1dd5cee-f65a-4d04-868c-47e0b10fb55f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1dd5cee-f65a-4d04-868c-47e0b10fb55f
  1st February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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