Considering Joining or Creating a Multi-Academy Trust?
Whether you are planning to join an existing MAT or form a new MAT, Crescent Purchasing Consortium’s Legal Services Framework can provide you with the support and guidance you need to navigate the conversion process.
CPC’s Legal Services Framework provides users with access to a full suite of Academy Conversion and Post Conversion Legal Services, including but not limited to:
Commercial Transfer Agreements
Consultation
Funding Agreements
Land Questionnaires
Land Transfers
Reputation Management
TUPE, Re‐organisations, and Outsourcing
The framework is recommended by the Department for Education
Academy Conversion Timeline
When you are considering your options, the process of converting to a Multi-Academy Trust may seem complex. Download the Academy Conversion Timeline below to see an overview of the legal requirements that are involved in the process.
Suppliers
The panel of highly qualified suppliers that are on Lot 3 - Legal Services: Academy Conversion and Post Conversion Services:
Customer benefits +
• Full compliance with the UK Public Contracts Regulations (PCR 2015)
• Framework Help Desk support and resources available
• Flexible lot structure combining both location and service provision
• A dedicated all-encompassing education focused lot
• Nationwide coverage
• Choice of procurement options - direct award and further competition
• Pre-agreed terms and conditions to protect framework users