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title: "Legal Advice on a Repayable Launch Investment (RLI) Contract"
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# Legal Advice on a Repayable Launch Investment (RLI) Contract

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d512acec-f360-4f10-99bf-8e53e47af1d0

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dedc37c4-8d58-4e4c-8a3a-fab0299d7ad7 |
| 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 | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Dec 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BL |
| 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 | HOGAN LOVELLS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2025 at 10:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dedc37c4-8d58-4e4c-8a3a-fab0299d7ad7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dedc37c4-8d58-4e4c-8a3a-fab0299d7ad7
  20th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/de9153b3-954e-4ed6-8864-f4800e53b45b
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