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Legal services for the DESNZ GBN Sponsorship and Policy team

DESNZ

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14 Feb 2025 at 14:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has completed the procurement process for legal services to support the Great British Nuclear (GBN) Sponsorship and Policy team. The contract, awarded to DLA Piper UK LLP, will facilitate the effective delivery of Her Majesty's Government's ambitions for GBN, with a focus on Small Modular Reactor technology selection. The process involved a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract was valued at £15,000,000. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 8 January 2025, the commencement of the contract on 20 January 2025, and its conclusion on 19 January 2027. The services are classified under the CPV code 79111000 for legal advisory services, with delivery addresses spanning the UK and several global jurisdictions.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in legal advisory services, particularly those with expertise in the energy sector and government policy. It is especially suited for large-scale legal firms like DLA Piper UK LLP due to the contract's demands and scope. By securing such high-value and high-profile contracts, businesses can significantly boost their market reputation and gain valuable experience in advising on government projects involving advanced technology selection processes such as Small Modular Reactors. While SMEs and VCSEs were deemed unsuitable for this tender, other large legal firms with relevant capabilities may find similar opportunities beneficial for strategic business growth in the future.

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Notice Title

Legal services for the DESNZ GBN Sponsorship and Policy team

Notice Description

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has issued this Contract for the supply of Legal Services for the Great British Nuclear (GBN) Sponsorship and Policy team to facilitate effective delivery of HMG's ambitions for GBN. This involves providing legal advice and support in relation to the ongoing Small Modular Reactor technology selection process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d14c546-58bf-4773-b267-19bbb4eefcc3
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

79111000 - Legal advisory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2025 - 19 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DLA PIPER

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