--- title: "Framework Agreement for Legal Representation for the Insurance team" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a138" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a138" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a138.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a138.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2025-08-19" --- # Framework Agreement for Legal Representation for the Insurance team Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a138 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a138) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a138.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by Norfolk County Council revolves around the framework agreement for legal representation services aimed at supporting its insurance team. This tender, classified under the industry category of "Legal advisory and representation services," targets multiple regions across the United Kingdom, namely UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The procurement has reached the contract update stage as of 19th August 2025, following an award update stage reported earlier. The involvement of reputable legal service providers such as Browne Jacobson, DAC Beachcroft LLP, DWF Law LLP, Kennedys Law LLP, Plexus Legal LLP, and Weightmans LLP signifies the scale and complexity of the services envisioned. The contracted work, valued at £1,600,000, was signed initially on 23rd August 2021, and the framework agreement has since been extended due to ongoing reprocurement activities under Regulation 72 (1) (b) of the Public Contract Regulations. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities particularly for large-scale legal firms specialising in insurance claims' legal advisory and representation services. By providing high-quality legal advice, handling litigation, and sharing valuable insights into potential risks, involved firms can build a robust portfolio in public sector engagements. Given the wide geographical coverage and scope to collaborate with entities like The Norse Group, this framework agreement is well-suited to businesses capable of delivering comprehensive legal services across multiple regions. The open procurement method underscores the inclusive opportunity for qualified legal service providers to showcase expertise in managing large-scale, multi-faceted insurance claims-related legal demands. ## Notice Norfolk County Council requires legal services for the in-house insurance team to predominately help support the delivery of the claims service, and retendered its expiring framework agreement for these services. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Council was seeking to purchase legal representation. The service will provide a high standard of professional service advice and guidance on all matters relating to insurance claims handled by the team. Typical duties include but are not limited to: * Provision of general legal advice * Representing the authority in litigation * Maintaining a knowledge of issues facing the authority and being prepared to offer legal opinions * Supporting the development and knowledge of the insurance team. The insurance team provide support to the Norse Group and as such require coverage across the country. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049808-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2021 | | Future notice date | 6 May 2021 | | Award date | 22 Aug 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,600,000 | | Lots value | £1,600,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £1,600,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | NORWICH | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR1 2DH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk | | Local authority | Norwich | | Electoral ward | Lakenham | | Westminster constituency | Norwich South | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 8 | | Supplier names | BROWNE JACOBSON; BROWNE JACOBSON SOLICITORS; DAC BEACHCROFT; DWF; DWF LAW; KENNEDYS LAW; PLEXUS LEGAL; WEIGHTMANS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services - 79112000 - Legal representation services ## Release History - 19 Aug 2025 at 11:51 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049808-2025 - 23 Aug 2021 at 09:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020587-2021 - 28 Apr 2021 at 07:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009066-2021 - 31 Mar 2021 at 08:25 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006599-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.norfolk.gov.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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