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Legal Advice on a Repayable Launch Investment (RLI) Contract

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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20 Jan 2025 at 10:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Trade has finalised the award phase for a contract entitled "Legal Advice on a Repayable Launch Investment (RLI) Contract". This contract falls under the business services category, specifically law, within the industry classification CPV 79000000. The procurement is of a selective nature, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract will be effective from 23 December 2024 until 30 June 2025, covering various regions, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other global territories. The total contract value is set at £90,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for large-scale legal firms specialising in business services and legal consultancy within the aerospace sector. Given the international reach and the strategic nature of the project, businesses capable of providing high-level legal advice on complex investment contracts are well-placed to benefit from this opportunity. Although the contract does not prioritise SMEs or VCSEs, it offers considerable potential for reputable and established firms to secure influential government engagements, thereby fostering business growth and enhancing their market presence. The awarded supplier for this contract is Hogan Lovells LLP, reflecting the requirement for significant expertise and reliable service delivery.

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Notice Title

Legal Advice on a Repayable Launch Investment (RLI) Contract

Notice Description

Legal advice regarding a RLI contract held between the Department for Business and Trade and UK aerospace company.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d512acec-f360-4f10-99bf-8e53e47af1d0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dedc37c4-8d58-4e4c-8a3a-fab0299d7ad7
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

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
23 Dec 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 6-12 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BL
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

HOGAN LOVELLS

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