Procurement & Public Sector

Navigating the complex world of public sector procurement, government contracts, and public law requires specialist legal expertise. Whether you're a business bidding for public contracts or a public body managing procurement processes, our verified solicitors provide authoritative guidance through these heavily regulated areas.

What Our Procurement & Public Sector Solicitors Can Help With

Our specialist solicitors handle all aspects of public sector law and procurement:

• Public Procurement: EU and UK procurement regulations, tender compliance, and bid challenges
• Tender Processes: Bid preparation, procurement law compliance, and tender disputes
• Government Contracts: Contract negotiation, performance disputes, and regulatory compliance
• Judicial Review: Challenging public body decisions and administrative law proceedings
• Public Law: Human rights, administrative decisions, and statutory duties
• Local Authority Work: Council contracts, planning decisions, and governance issues
• Framework Agreements: Multi-supplier arrangements and call-off contracts
• State Aid & Subsidy Control: Post-Brexit subsidy rules and compliance

Why Choose SolicitorConnect for Procurement & Public Sector Law

• Specialist Expertise: Solicitors focusing exclusively on public sector and procurement law
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of complex procurement regulations
• Cross-Sector Experience: Representing both public bodies and private sector bidders
• Dispute Resolution: Experienced in procurement challenges and judicial review
• Commercial Focus: Understanding business implications of public sector decisions
• Compliance Expertise: Ensuring adherence to transparency and fairness requirements

Understanding Public Procurement

Public procurement in the UK is governed by complex regulations designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and value for money. Key areas include:

Procurement Thresholds (2024):

• Central government goods/services: £139,688
• Sub-central goods/services: £223,502
• Works contracts: £5,588,047
• Light touch services: £663,540

Common Procurement Issues:

• Bid evaluation and scoring disputes
• Technical specification challenges
• Selection criteria compliance
• Contract award decisions
• Framework agreement disputes
• SME access and transparency

Procurement & Public Sector Costs

Legal Advice Services:

• Procurement compliance review: £2,000-£5,000
• Tender documentation preparation: £3,000-£8,000
• Bid challenge proceedings: £5,000-£25,000
• Judicial review applications: £10,000-£50,000+
• Contract negotiation: £150-£600 per hour

Court and Administrative Fees:

• Judicial review application: £154
• Judicial review hearing: £770
• Urgent applications: £1,090
• Procurement challenge costs: Variable by complexity

Early legal advice can prevent costly procurement challenges and ensure compliance with complex regulations from the outset.

This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal advice tailored to your situation, please consult with a qualified solicitor.