University of Lincoln · Awarded contract
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Award of Legal Services Panel to Five Firms for University of Lincoln

Awarded 31 May 2021

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Awarded31 May 2021
Value£2,000,000.00
RegionEast Midlands
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 5mo ago5y term
Awarded 31 May 2021Expired 30 May 2026

University of Lincoln awarded a contract to Birketts LLP, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP, Pinsent Masons LLP, Shakespeare Martineau LLP, and Veale Wasbrough Vizards LLP for the provision of legal services.

The contract was awarded through a two-stage restricted OJEU process, comprising a shortlisting questionnaire stage followed by a tender and award stage.

The panel will provide legal advice, support, and guidance to the University's Colleges and Professional Services departments covering Property, Employment and People, General and Commercial, and Student Focused related matters.

Contracts were awarded for an initial three-year period from 1st June 2021 to 31st May 2024, with two further 12-month extension periods available, taking the maximum contract end date to 31st May 2026.

The total contract value is £2,000,000.

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