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title: "Trade Law Panel"
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# Trade Law Panel

Buyer: THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE (CCS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029307

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002904-2025 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2021 - 30 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £230,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE (CCS) |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 28 |
| Supplier names | A NORTONS; ARENT FOX; ASHURST; BAKER & HOSTETLER; BAKER & MCKENZIE; BORDEN LADNER GERVAIS; BRYAN CAVE LEIGHTON PAISNER; BURGES SALMON; CLIFFORD CHANCE; DENTONS UK AND MIDDLE EAST; DLA PIPER; FASKEN MARTINEAU DUMOULIN; FIELDFISHER; FRESHFIELDS BRUCKHAUS DERINGER; LINKLATERS; MCDERMOTT WILL & EMERY; MIURA & PARTNERS; PINSENT MASONS; SIDLEY AUSTIN (CE; STEPTOE & JOHNSON; TEREPOSKY & DEROSE; THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE (CCS; TLT; VAN BAEL & BELLIS; WHITE & CASE; WILMER CUTLER PICKERING HALE AND DORR; YULCHON; ZHONG LUN LAW FIRM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### 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

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2025 at 08:54 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002904-2025
- 12 Feb 2021 at 22:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002976-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:314885-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4384251b-a4d0-4baf-8800-5ce61ea53d75
- https://www.gov.uk/ccs
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications

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