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P4104125 Legal Advisers for High Speed Rail Major Rail Projects Group

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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05 Sep 2025 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) based in London, England, has completed the procurement process for legal services associated with major high-speed rail projects. This call-off from a framework agreement, titled "P4104125 Legal Advisers for High Speed Rail Major Rail Projects Group," was conducted under Panel RM6204 Rail Legal Services Framework. The procurement method was selective, and the process was in the award stage as of 5th September 2025. The contract, valued at £200,000, is set to run from 11th September 2025 to 10th September 2026, covering locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for large legal firms with expertise in the transportation sector, particularly those interested in high-speed rail projects. The contract's scope and complexity make it ideal for firms experienced in framework agreements and public sector legal advice. Although the process was not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, the successful bidder, Addleshaw Goddard LLP, reflects the calibre of businesses that would benefit from participation in similar procurement exercises. Such contracts not only provide financial benefits but also bolster a firm's portfolio and reputation through involvement in nationally significant infrastructure initiatives.

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Notice Title

P4104125 Legal Advisers for High Speed Rail Major Rail Projects Group

Notice Description

This Direct Award is being offered under Panel RM6204 Rail Legal Services Framework and the Panel Terms and Conditions shall apply.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-32bbec00-f516-46ce-87c7-a3d6f9ec704c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ae8589a-62bd-4238-94c3-c2add0fb445a
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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
10 Sep 2025 - 10 Sep 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

ADDLESHAW GODDARD

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