--- title: "Provision of Legal Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a8cd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a8cd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a8cd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a8cd.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE RIVERSIDE GROUP LTD" published: "2021-10-18" --- # Provision of Legal Services Buyer: THE RIVERSIDE GROUP LTD Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a8cd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a8cd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a8cd.json) ## Summary The Riverside Group Limited is seeking tenders for the provision of legal services through a framework agreement aimed at replacing their current external expertise. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on legal advisory and representation services, and is applicable across England, excluding Scotland. The framework is set for an initial term of two years with the possibility of extension for a further two years, bringing the total duration to a maximum of four years. The tender process is currently in the Award stage, having concluded the Tender phase with key dates including a submission deadline on 24th May 2021 and a subsequent invitation date for the second stage on 14th June 2021. This procurement opportunity is ideal for law firms and legal service providers, particularly those with experience in corporate finance, housing management, and property development. The selected contractors will be involved in various legal challenges including governance, contentious claims, and property issues, providing a scope for business growth in these sectors. Firms regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) are particularly encouraged to participate, making this an excellent opportunity for both established firms and SMEs looking to expand their client base in the public sector. ## Notice The Riverside Group Limited (TRGL) invite tenders from suitably qualified and experienced Contractors in relation to entering into a framework agreement (the Contract) to provide legal services for its Group and all subsidiaries. This procurement is to replace the current framework for external expertise to facilitate existing TRGL?s in-house legal provision during periods of peak business demands and niche requirements. The framework agreement is for an initial term of 2 years with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months up to a maximum of 4 years. The contract is to cover requirements for England and excludes Scotland. ### Lot Information Corporate, Finance & Treasury The areas within the scope of this lot (which is not an exhaustive list) are: - Banking finance - eg raising of bank funding, capital markets issuance and hedging arrangements. - Charging and security work - eg due diligence, placing charges and removal of charges. - Assistance with documentation for external funding (eg RCFs). - Governance Options: The framework agreement is for an initial term of 2 years with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months up to a maximum of 4 years. Renewal: The framework agreement is for an initial term of 2 years with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months up to a maximum of 4 years. Housing Management The areas within the scope of this lot (which is not an exhaustive list) are: - Contentious - eg gas and electrical access injunctions, possession proceedings and housing condition claims. - Non-Contentious - eg service of tenancy notices, guardianship and sheltered accommodation. - Policy - eg draft form documentation and advice on procedures. - Governance Options: The framework agreement is for an initial term of 2 years with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months up to a maximum of 4 years. Renewal: The framework agreement is for an initial term of 2 years with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months up to a maximum of 4 years. Property & Development The areas within the scope of this lot (which is not an exhaustive list) are: - Commercial Property - eg property rationalisation, title investigations and landlord/tenant matters. - Residential Property - eg purchase and sales of residential units, new build plot sales and service charge issues. - Development - eg joint ventures, package deals and construction agreements. - Governance Options: The framework agreement is for an initial term of 2 years with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months up to a maximum of 4 years. Renewal: The framework agreement is for an initial term of 2 years with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months up to a maximum of 4 years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025927-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 24 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Sep 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000,000 | | Lots value | £10,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £1,111,111 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE RIVERSIDE GROUP LTD | | Additional buyers | THE RIVERSIDE GROUP LIMITED | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L24 8RF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | Garston | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Garston | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 5 | | Supplier names | ANTHONY COLLINS SOLICITORS; CAPSTICKS SOLICITORS; DEVONSHIRES SOLICITORS; DWF LAW; PENNINGTONS MANCHES COOPER | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services ## Release History - 18 Oct 2021 at 09:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025927-2021 - 21 Apr 2021 at 17:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008540-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.riverside.org.uk - https://riversource.wax-live.com/ - https://riversource.wax-live.com/s2c/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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