Marnie is a Solicitor in our Construction & Projects team.
Marnie advises on a broad range of public sector matters, including procurements, subsidy control and infrastructure projects. She also advises on the financial structuring of major projects.
Marnie also supports charities and third sector organisations on governance and regulatory issues.

Works contracts and land agreements can be difficult to distinguish when public bodies are involved in development projects. A recent court decision highlights that procurement rules may apply where a public authority exercises decisive influence over what is built or where a binding obligation to carry out works later arises. Contractors should regularly review development arrangements, as procurement risk can evolve throughout a project.

This article reviews the first reported judgment on disclosure under the Procurement Act 2023. It confirms that unsuccessful bidders may be entitled to early access to key evaluation and moderation documents when challenging a procurement decision.