---
title: "Legal Procurement Advice"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06baed"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-23"
---

# Legal Procurement Advice

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06baed

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a contract for "Legal Procurement Advice" to DWF LAW LLP, in relation to the development of St James Bus Depot in Northampton. This procurement, categorised under legal advisory services, focuses on providing legal support to a development partner. The procurement process was executed through a direct method without competition, as it was below the threshold requirements. The contract was signed on 20th July 2025 and will be active until 23rd July 2026, with a total gross value of £45,374. The location for this service is specified as Northampton, United Kingdom, within the public authority sub-central government classification.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the legal advisory sector, specifically those capable of handling public procurement advice. Law firms with expertise in legal advisory services, particularly those familiar with development projects and public procurement regulations, are well-suited for such opportunities. The direct procurement method indicates a focused requirement, possibly favouring larger firms like DWF LAW LLP that can efficiently deliver specialised services within stipulated timelines and legal frameworks. Engaging in such contracts could provide businesses with invaluable experience and references in the realm of public infrastructure development projects.

## Notice

Legal advice for a development partner in relation to St James Bus Depot, Northampton

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058891-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2025 - 23 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £37,812 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DWF LAW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79111000 - Legal advisory services

## Release History

- 23 Jun 2026 at 10:54 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058891-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058891-2026
  23rd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-18131
  Fee proposal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dwfgroup.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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