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Public sector procurement organisation YPO is to procure a legal services framework estimated to be worth up to £2bn.

Details: 13.Jun.2024

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The framework has been divided into the following lots:

Childcare Law
Adult Social Services & Community Care Law
General Litigation
General Conveyancing / Routine Property
General Contracts, Commercial & IT
Planning, Compulsory Purchase and Highways & Environment
Major or Complex Projects
Local Government Law and Corporate Governance
Employment Law and Pensions
Public Health
Commissioning / Procurement Training – for WPS (wider public sector)
Legal Training – for WPS
Commissioning / Procurement Training – for YPO Suppliers

The time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate is 12 July 2024 (5 pm).

The framework is due to begin on 3 September 2024 and run until 2 September 2028. YPO said there is a possibility that the framework will be renewed after 3.5 years from the commencement date.