Tender

ITT UNDER FRAMEWORK RM6360 LOT 1 - ICF Legal Service 2026

DESNZ

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12 Feb 2026 at 16:02

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is actively seeking to re-procure its legal support services for the International Climate Finance (ICF) portfolio. This procurement falls under the category of legal services and is distributed across various global regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the tender amendment stage, with a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £800,000 (excluding VAT) for an initial two-year period, with options to extend for two additional years at £400,000 each. Key tender period details include an end date on 19th March 2026, while the contract period starts on 29th April 2026 and concludes on 28th April 2028.

Business opportunities arising from this tender are particularly favourable for SMEs with expertise in foreign, corporate, and commercial law. Suitable businesses can provide essential legal advice and support linked to DESNZ’s climate finance initiatives globally. Engaging in this tender presents a growth avenue for enterprises that are adept at navigating complex commercial arrangements and foreign legal frameworks. Additionally, there is an opportunity for drafting and advising on legally binding contracts, as well as contributing to DESNZ's internal understanding of legal risks. This provides a platform for businesses to share knowledge and possibly form lasting partnerships with DESNZ, enhancing their market presence and reputation in the legal services industry connected to climate finance.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ITT UNDER FRAMEWORK RM6360 LOT 1 - ICF Legal Service 2026

Notice Description

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is seeking to re-procure its legal support services contract through via the framework. The initial contract value is estimated at PS800,000 (excl. VAT) for 2 years with two one-year extension options, each with a value of PS400,000. DESNZ requires a Supplier to provide legal advice and support for the development and delivery of its International Climate Finance (ICF) portfolio of programmes. This support will be required on an ad hoc and project-specific basis, complementing the legal advice currently obtained through the Government Legal Department. The Supplier will be expected to provide expertise in foreign, corporate, and commercial law, particularly in areas where DESNZ lacks specialist legal expertise or capacity through the Government Legal Department. This includes drafting legally binding contracts and funding arrangements governed by foreign law, advising on complex commercial or financial investment vehicles, and providing guidance on non-legally binding arrangements with international organisations. Additionally, the Supplier will provide knowledge sharing - and develop guidance documentation in cases of common issues - for DESNZ staff on common legal issues. This will enable DESNZ staff to make informed assessments of legal risk when drafting project business cases or amendments to template terms and conditions, prior to review by the Supplier or the Government Legal Department. The Supplier will also provide updates on upcoming changes in law affecting ICF programmes.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5582d4ba-b6dc-4ffa-a016-0f1ad41a7822
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a17778b-9c16-4b80-a09d-6c6f6560bc26
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

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
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Apr 2026 - 28 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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 2HP
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

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Notice Documents

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