AwardedUnited KingdomServices£1,800,000,000Add to pipeline

2025 Standard Crime Contract Outcome

Awarded to Multiple Suppliers

The Legal Aid Agency(buyer)

Published: Published 28 April 2026
Deadline: Closed 30 September 2025

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Overview

The Legal Aid Agency awarded multiple suppliers contracts under Stage 3 of the 2025 Standard Crime Contract to deliver publicly funded criminal legal aid services from 1 October 2025. The total contract value awarded was £180 million, with the application period remaining open until approximately 30 September 2034. Stages 1 and 2 of the procurement have closed, with Stage 3 continuing to accept applications on a rolling basis.

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The Legal Aid Agency
Buyer
London, United Kingdom

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Key details

Country: United Kingdom
Status: Awarded
Category: Services
Estimated value: £1,800,000,000
Procedure: Open
SME suitable: Yes
Published: 28 April 2026
Deadline: Closed

Classification (CPV)

Legal services

Award outcome

Awarded value: £180,000,000
Award date: 30 September 2025
Contract period: 30 September 2025 → 30 September 2034

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Multiple Suppliers

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Contract Award Notice
28 April 2026

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