Award

Legal Services for Commercial Agreement

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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Award

09 Dec 2024 at 13:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Trade has awarded a contract for "Legal Services for Commercial Agreement" within the legal services industry category (CPV code 79100000). The location for the delivery of these services is in London, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, namely a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract period running from 15th November 2024 to 5th February 2025. The total value of the contract is £200,000, and the award notice was published on 9th December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those with expertise in commercial agreements. While the specific contract was awarded to Ashurst LLP, distinguishing itself as a large-scale, well-established law firm, similar future opportunities might be well-suited for mid to large-sized legal firms with strong capabilities in providing comprehensive legal advice for commercial analysis and options. Engaging in such contracts can bolster a firm's portfolio and enhance its reputation within the legal services sector.

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Notice Title

Legal Services for Commercial Agreement

Notice Description

The provision of legal advice to support the analysis and identification of options for a commercial agreement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-90a82e04-e208-4ae6-a0e0-d6c04f28f2ac
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c25aaaf5-b6a9-4ac6-aa9b-198d5dca937d
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
9 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
15 Nov 2024 - 5 Feb 2025 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Contact Name
Department for Business and Trade
Contact Email
buyinglegalservices@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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

ASHURST

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