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Procurement of Criminal Defence Direct Services from 4 May 2026

Details

Buyer
Legal Aid Agency
Value
GBP 2,360,000
Topic
Legal services
Published
23 May 2025
Source
uk:find_a_tender

Tender description

The Legal Aid Agency (LAA) has launched the procurement process for the 2026 Criminal Defence Direct (CDD) Contracts. These contracts will provide 24/7 telephone-based legal advice to individuals detained at police stations across England and Wales for non-indictable offences. Two contracts will be awarded, with services commencing on 4 May 2026, following an implementation period and a 28-day dual operation phase.

Timeline

  1. Pre-tender published23 May 2025
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  • 79100000 · Legal services

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