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Trade Law Panel

The Minister for the Cabinet Office acting through Crown Commercial Service (CCS)

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Summary of the contracting process

The Minister for the Cabinet Office, acting through Crown Commercial Service (CCS), has updated the framework agreement for the provision of specialist legal services in international trade law. The procurement is classified under CPV code 79100000 for legal services. This framework, established for four years starting 1st February 2021, facilitates legal services related to international trade disputes and negotiations for UK central government departments and associated bodies across the UK. The framework consists of various lots, such as Lot 1 for international trade and disputes and Lot 2 for international trade and negotiations. The current stage of the procurement is the award and contract update, with significant dates including the date signed on 15th January 2021 and the contract period extending until 30th October 2025 due to an unforeseen amendment.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those with expertise in international trade law. Law firms and consulting service providers capable of delivering high-quality legal advisory services, dispute resolution, and negotiation support on a global scale are well-suited for this tender. The framework is designed to enhance existing government legal resources and support various legal specialisms, creating a robust platform for businesses to expand their client base within the public sector. The method of procurement used was an open procedure, and prominent law firms like Ashurst LLP, Baker & McKenzie LLP, and Clifford Chance LLP have been among the successful suppliers, indicating the significance and scope of opportunities available.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Trade Law Panel

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) put in place a Framework Contract for the provision of specialist legal services for International Trade Law, to be utilised by UK Central Government Departments and associated bodies (Buyers) identified at VI.3. This Framework was recommended vehicle for all International Trade Law Services required by Buyers. Its purpose was to complement existing government legal frameworks and specifically assist with international trade disputes and negotiations. The Framework is established for 4 years and comprises of: Lot 1 (International Trade and Disputes) Lot 2 (International Trade and Negotiations) The appointed Suppliers will provide legal services in respect of all the Mandatory Specialisms detailed in the Specification and Optional Specialisms (if qualified to do so). Suppliers will provide services relating to domestic law of different jurisdictions. The full Specification is set out in Framework Schedule 1 (Specification).

Lot Information

International Trade and Disputes

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) put in place a Framework Contract for the provision of specialist legal services for International Trade Law, to be utilised by UK Central Government Departments and associated bodies (Buyers) identified at VI.3. This Framework was recommended vehicle for all International Trade Law Services required by Buyers. Its purpose was to complement existing government legal frameworks and specifically assist with international trade disputes and negotiations. The Framework is established for 4 years and comprises of: Lot 1 (International Trade and Disputes) Lot 2 (International Trade and Negotiations) The appointed Suppliers will provide legal services in respect of all the Mandatory Specialisms detailed in the Specification and Optional Specialisms (if qualified to do so). Suppliers will provide services relating to domestic law of different jurisdictions. The full Specification is set out in Framework Schedule 1 (Specification).

International Trade & Negotiations

Lot 2 covers the provision of legal advice and services in relation to the negotiation and implementation of trade agreements and trading relationships, and compliance with and enforcement of international law relating to trade. This includes the law of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and trade agreements. Suppliers appointed to this lot must provide advice and services in relation to the areas of Mandatory Specialism detailed in the specification for Lot 2. Suppliers will also be required to provide subcontracting arrangements rapidly and advise on, or provide ready access to, the whole range of chapters within a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029307
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002904-2025
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
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

79111000 - Legal advisory services

79112000 - Legal representation services

79130000 - Legal documentation and certification services

79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£230,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2021 - 30 Oct 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Minister for the Cabinet Office acting through Crown Commercial Service (CCS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
28
Supplier Names

A Nortons

Arent Fox LLP

Ashurst LLP

Baker & Hostetler LLP

Baker & McKenzie LLP

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Burges Salmon LLP

Clifford Chance LLP

DLA Piper UK LLP

Dentons UK and Middle East LLP

Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP

Fieldfisher LLP

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP

Linklaters LLP

McDermott Will & Emery LLP

Miura & Partners

Pinsent Masons LLP

Sidley Austin (CE) LLP

Steptoe & Johnson UK LLP

TLT LLP

Tereposky & DeRose LLP

The Minister for the Cabinet Office acting through Crown Commercial Service (CCS)

Van Bael & Bellis

White & Case LLP

Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP

Yulchon LLC

ZHONG LUN LAW FIRM

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