Decision details

In order to deliver the new operating model and assist in delivering the refurbishment work required to the Supertram System external legal support is required through to 2024 for the following:

i. the implementation of the chosen operating model;
ii. the procurement of new or refurbishment of existing rolling stock; and
iii. construction contracts for civil and engineering works; and
iv. ancillary matters.
v. Tenders for the work were sought using the Crown Commercial Services Wider Public Sector Framework.

5 firms were invited to bid and 3 tenders received. All bidders met the quality threshold. The evaluation was weighted 50% quality and 50% price. The total scores ranged from 45-88 out of 100. The bidder with the highest score and therefore the bid that offers the most economically advantageous tender was received from DLA Piper LLP and accordingly the recommendation is to award the contract to DLA Piper.

Award a contract under the Crown Commercial Services Wider Public Sector Legal Services Framework lot 4 to provide legal services for the Supertram concession end and system renewals work through to September 2024 to DLA Piper LLP

In- house resource only- The in-house Legal Team does not have the capacity, or all the capability required to deliver a project of this nature.