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P4104124 Legal Advice for External Legal Sanctions

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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05 Aug 2025 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has concluded the procurement process for the contract titled "P4104124 Legal Advice for External Legal Sanctions," classified under legal services (CPV code 79100000). This selective procurement was conducted as a call-off from the framework agreement Panel RM6179 Lot 1: General Legal Services. The contract, awarded to DLA Piper LLP, began on 16th July 2025 and will run until 16th March 2026, with a total value of £70,000. The procurement process reached the award stage on 5th August 2025. This contract spans several regions, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and globally.

The tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses operating in the legal services sector. Although it is aimed at larger organisations, given the lack of SMEs or VCSE suitability, it provides an avenue for entities with expertise in legal sanctions to expand their client base within government frameworks. Leveraging the established Panel RM6179 provides a strategic pathway for qualifying firms to secure future engagements with government bodies like the DfTc, enhancing their portfolio in handling government legal contracts. Businesses specialising in comprehensive and reputable legal advisory services are well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities within this framework.

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Notice Title

P4104124 Legal Advice for External Legal Sanctions

Notice Description

The call-off contract shall commence on the 16th July 2025 and the expiry date will be 16th March 2026 for a period of eight months. The total contract value will be up to PS70,000 excluding VAT. This Direct Award is being offered under Panel RM6179 Legal Services Panel Lot 1: General Legal Services Framework and the Panel Terms and Conditions shall apply

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1f4c5a5-4d75-4b40-b603-11661974328a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jul 2025 - 16 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DLA PIPER

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