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title: "SFO-QUT88-FTI"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-55ce687d-8fdc-424d-becb-3d12f1080684"
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buyer: "SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE"
published: "2026-04-10"
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# SFO-QUT88-FTI

Buyer: SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-55ce687d-8fdc-424d-becb-3d12f1080684

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) in London involves a direct award contract titled "SFO-QUT88-FTI" for expert witness services, classified under CPV code 71319000. The contract, worth £500,000, was awarded to FTI Consulting LLP and follows the procurement method labelled as "Other - Direct Award." The contract commenced on 25th September 2025 and is extended until 21st May 2026. This process, completed at the award stage, addresses the industry category of services, offering business opportunities in the legal and expert support sectors.

This tender represents significant growth potential for businesses offering expert consultancy and witness services, particularly those based in or near London. SMEs are highlighted as suitable candidates for competing in similar procurements. Companies specialising in legal, financial, or investigative consulting can leverage such opportunities to expand their portfolio by supporting governmental bodies like the SFO with their expert services. Engaging in these processes could establish credibility and connections within public sector contracts, setting a solid foundation for future collaborations.

## Notice

For the supply of expert support service in case related matters extended until 21/05/2027 as services still required

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba2ecd6-a597-4534-9256-bf440a01edcb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 24 Sep 2025 - 21 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1Y 5BS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FTI CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71319000 - Expert witness services

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2026 at 12:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba2ecd6-a597-4534-9256-bf440a01edcb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba2ecd6-a597-4534-9256-bf440a01edcb
  10th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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