PS25017 - Legal Expenses

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£35,000

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  • Research and development services and related consultancy services

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Submission Deadline

5 months ago

Published

1 month ago

Description

THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** 
This procurement is being concluded following a Direct Award.

Award notice for Legal Expenses - UK Research and Innovation - NERC

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