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Contract Variation: Legal Advisors for the Group Litigation Order (GLO) Compensation Scheme

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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10 Sep 2024 at 13:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has announced a contract variation for the appointment of legal advisors to manage claims under the Group Litigation Order (GLO) compensation scheme. This contract, initially awarded by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy in 2023, has been extended to run from 29 March 2023 to 31 March 2026, with an updated contract value of £4,333,333.33. The procurement process followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The industry category falls under legal services, focusing on assisting with GLO claims within the United Kingdom. The contract amendment is made under regulation 72(1)(e), extending the original end date from 30 September 2024 to 31 March 2026.

This procurement offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services related to litigation and compensation claims. Firms experienced in handling large-scale litigation cases are well-suited to compete for future tenders in this area. The Department for Business and Trade's ongoing need for specialised legal expertise can provide a steady stream of work, particularly for businesses that can demonstrate proficiency in managing complex legal processes and advising on compensation schemes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also invited to participate, broadening their scope and capabilities in handling high-profile legal contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract Variation: Legal Advisors for the Group Litigation Order (GLO) Compensation Scheme

Notice Description

*This is not a new awarded contract, but a contract variation. The contract was originally let by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) in 2023. Since a machinery of government change, this contract was moved to the authority of Department for Business and Trade. This notice is being published under the Department for Business and Trade as BEIS is no longer a department. Original contract award notice can be found here: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/f16faf80-73b5-46c5-87c2-de3c30a73dbe?origin=SearchResults&p=1 Appointment of legal advisors to advise DBT on claims received from Group Litigation Order (GLO) claimants. The Supplier will be responsible for advising DBT during the GLO compensation scheme. A contract amendment has been made under 72(1)(e). The contract end date was originally 30 September 2024, and has been extended to the 31st March 2026. The original contract value was PS3,900,000 and has been increased to PS4,333,333.33.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c805deec-874e-4f33-95b2-8d52522973d7
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME
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
£4,333,333 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,333,333 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 20232 years ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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

ADDLESHAW GODDARD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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