Derbyshire County Council · Awarded contract

Awarded

Provision of Barrister Services Framework for Public Law Children Act Matters

Awarded 31 Mar 2024

Awarded31 Mar 2024

Value£8,500,000.00

Supplier33 Bedford Row Chambers,3PB Barristers,Bankhouse Chambers,KCH Garden Square,Spire Barristers,St Ives Chambers,St Johns Buildings,St Marys Chambers,The Barrister Group

AgencyDerbyshire County Council

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryConsultancy & Legal

Expires in 2y 5mo5y term, 52% elapsed

Awarded 31 Mar 2024Expires 30 Mar 2029

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Derbyshire County Council awarded a framework contract to 33 Bedford Row Chambers, 3PB Barristers, Bankhouse Chambers, KCH Garden Square, Spire Barristers, St Ives Chambers, St Johns Buildings, St Marys Chambers, and The Barrister Group for the provision of legal advice and advocacy services related to Public Law Children Act 1989 and other child care matters.

The framework was established in partnership with Nottinghamshire County Council, Derby City Council, and Nottingham City Council (pending approval), with joint expenditure across all four authorities estimated at £1,790,000 per annum.

The contract commenced on 1st April 2024 for an initial two-year period, with options to extend for up to three additional one-year periods.

The total contract value is AUD 8,500,000.

Bidders were required to be authorised to practice in England and Wales, hold a current practicing certificate, and be regulated by the independent Bar Standards Board.

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