Decision details

Re-Procurement for Pensions Legal Advisor

Decision Maker: Assistant Director - Resources (Resources incl. Pension Fund)

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

The Authority has awarded a contract to Ward Hadaway LLP after running a further competition via the CCS Framework RM6240 Public Sector Legal Services.

The new contract is to commence on the 1 September 2024 for an initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years.

The contract value is £180,000 (excl. VAT).

Reasons for the decision:

The existing contract was due to expire 31 August 2024 therefore a new contract was required.

Alternative options considered:

Other routes to market were considered and rejected.

Publication date: 26/09/2024

Date of decision: 22/08/2024