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title: "P4104129 Provision of Legal Advisers for In-Life Operator Contract Manager"
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# P4104129 Provision of Legal Advisers for In-Life Operator Contract Manager

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-93cd59ef-b6a5-48f6-b02a-9f9c97aa7631

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfTc), based in London, has completed the procurement process for the "P4104129 Provision of Legal Advisers for In-Life Operator Contract Manager" under the industry category of legal services. This tender was executed through a direct award from the Rail Legal Services Framework, specifically under Panel RM6204. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, aimed at legal services provision across diverse geographical locations including the UK, Europe, and beyond. The award was formally made on 24 September 2025, with the contract effective from 26 September 2025 to 25 September 2026, valued at £1,850,000.

This tender presents opportunities for large-scale legal firms specialising in contractual and regulatory frameworks, particularly those experienced with transport sector contracts. While the opportunity favoured large entities, participation in similar frameworks can provide substantial growth avenues for firms seeking to expand their involvement in public sector projects, enhancing their portfolio and establishing footholds in strategic markets. Businesses already engaged with or eligible for framework agreements could greatly benefit from expeditions like this, which bolster credibility and offer substantial financial engagements.

## Notice

This Direct Award is being offered under Panel RM6204 Rail Legal Services Framework and the Panel Terms and Conditions shall apply.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/571ac05b-3bb9-484d-8d04-02c9aa8bb44d |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 Sep 2025 - 25 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,850,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,850,000 |
| 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 | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| 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 | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADDLESHAW GODDARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 1 Oct 2025 at 12:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/571ac05b-3bb9-484d-8d04-02c9aa8bb44d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/571ac05b-3bb9-484d-8d04-02c9aa8bb44d
  1st October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/60f7dc1c-74fe-4e0e-adb4-733faae71f7c
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