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Legal services in relation to the proposed acquisition of IDS

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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16 Aug 2024 at 19:15

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Summary of the contracting process

In a recently completed procurement process by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) based in London, a contract for legal services in relation to the proposed acquisition of International Distribution Services by EP Group was awarded. The procurement falls under the legal services industry category (CPV code 79100000). The tender, conducted using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, had its tender period ending on 10th June 2024. The contract commenced on 11th June 2024 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2025. The value of the contract is GBP 225,000. The awarded supplier is Hogan Lovells, a large legal firm based in London.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly large legal firms with expertise in corporate acquisitions. By providing legal advice and services for high-profile acquisitions such as that of International Distribution Services, firms can enhance their portfolio and reputation in the market. Smaller and specialised legal firms may find it challenging to qualify for such contracts due to the scale and complexity requirements. However, large firms standing to benefit include those with substantial resources and a track record of handling complex, high-value legal transactions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Legal services in relation to the proposed acquisition of IDS

Notice Description

To provide DBT with legal services and advice in relation to the proposed acquisition of International Distribution Services by EP Group.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-73a5cf44-704e-4bf6-8fa8-6c5f8ee0dd0b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/760b063a-1b29-4741-9a4b-312c8f7826d4
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
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
10 Jun 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 months
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
Additional Buyers

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL 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 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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOGAN LOVELLS

Further Information

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