With a strong focus on complex and high-value projects, Bird & Bird LLP supports public sector clients through every stage of the procurement lifecycle. The team advises on procurement strategy, tender processes, contract drafting and compliance under the Procurement Act 2023, alongside broader issues such as vires, subsidy control and statutory obligations. Stuart Cairns brings decades of experience and co-leads the firm’s international procurement practice. Andrew Dean advises on major transactions and public law matters across regulated sectors. Sophia Hussain provides pragmatic, well-informed guidance on procurement and challenges, shaped by her deep understanding of government procedures.
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‘The individuals working to support our project are very approachable, open and transparent. They are able to adapt their language and approach to suit the different audiences/clients that we have been working with. They have gone above and beyond to help with project delivery.’
Key clients
- Kent County Council
- North Tyneside
- Liverpool City Council
- Suffolk County Council
- Hertfordshire County Council
- Belfast City Council
- City of Reykjavik
- Kadeco
- Walsall Council
- University of Limerick (UL) Strategic Zone
- Kent County Council
- North Tyneside
Work highlights
Advising the KCC on the design and management of the procurement process to deliver their long-term Highways Maintenance requirements across the county.
Advising North Tyneside Council on the procurement of the council’s waste disposal contract.
Acted for Liverpool City Council’s pitch team to secure a portion of £30m of funding from the ADEPT Live Labs 2: Decarbonising Local Roads programme.
Practice head
Stuart Cairns
Other key lawyers
Andrew Dean; Sophie Hussain