Legal Services to the University Sector

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This framework agreement provides a range of legal services for any institution that has been awarded university status. The term of this Framework will be for a period of validity of up to 2 (two) years with the option to extend the term for a period of up to 1 (one) year with a maximum of 2 such extension on the same terms and conditions, subject to the Contracting Authority’s obligation by law. The maximum term of this Framework will be 4 (four) years (“the Term”).

• Lot 1 - Corporate, Commercial & Information (incl. Research Affairs and Intellectual Property
• Lot 2 - Estates Management and Capital Development
• Lot 3 - Employment
• Lot 4 - Procurement & Competition
• Lot 5 - University Affairs
• Lot 6 - Multi Disciplinary Services

For a more detailed overview, please see the User Guide which is available on the Buyer Zone.

Up to 20 hours of Pro Bono hours provided on an annual basis for each Services Contract Awarded

• Dublin City University (DCU)
• Maynooth University (MU)
• University of Galway
• Trinity College Dublin (Trinity)
• University College Cork (UCC)
• University College Dublin (UCD)
• University of Limerick (UL)
• Technological University Dublin
• Munster Technological University
• Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest
• Atlantic Technological University
• South East Technological University

Valid from: Wed 01 May 2024

Expiry: Thu 30 Apr 2026

Contract extensions may be available for this arrangement; please check the Buyer Zone or contact support@ogp.gov.ie for further information. Specifically, if you are concerned that the expiry date will have an impact on your requirements.

Drawdowns from this framework agreement will be conducted through mini-competitions or by direct award using cascade. For further information on which method is appropriate to your needs, please see the User Guide which is available on the Buyer Zone.

To access the full details of this framework agreement, log onto the Buyer Zone website and search for ‘Legal Services to the University Sector' or contact the OGP's Support Helpdesk team.

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