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title: "Advice in respect of the merger"
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buyer: "UK EXPORT FINANCE"
published: "2026-05-22"
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# Advice in respect of the merger

Buyer: UK EXPORT FINANCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd3c6d1b-f381-4bab-a5e5-1a3b49a8a29d

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## Summary

UK Export Finance has concluded a procurement process titled "Advice in respect of the merger," falling under the industry category of Legal advisory and representation services. This procurement, held in London, England, was conducted via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The process was at the award stage as of 22 May 2026, with the procurement culminating in a contract valued at £100,000. The tender period concluded on 22 February 2026, and the contract is set to commence on 23 February 2026, extending for one year until 22 February 2027.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in legal advisory services, particularly those capable of engaging in significant projects such as mergers. The awarded contract to Allen Overy and Shearman highlights the competitive nature of the process. Businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), might find similar procurement opportunities advantageous, as these areas are noted for suitability. Expanding into providing specialised legal services to government departments through such engagements could significantly enhance a firm's portfolio and market presence.

## Notice

Advice in respect of the merger

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcc5f519-f3a2-43ea-ac99-b400865d139e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| 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 | UK EXPORT FINANCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HQ |
| 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 | ALLEN OVERY AND SHEARMAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 16:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcc5f519-f3a2-43ea-ac99-b400865d139e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcc5f519-f3a2-43ea-ac99-b400865d139e
  22nd May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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