--- title: "Legal Panel for Government (LPG)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-043cb5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-043cb5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-043cb5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-043cb5.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2025-12-11" --- # Legal Panel for Government (LPG) Buyer: THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-043cb5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-043cb5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-043cb5.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Legal Panel for Government (LPG)" initiated by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), acting through The Minister for the Cabinet Office, is a framework agreement designed to provide legal services to central government departments and associated arm’s length bodies (ALBs) in the UK. This process, compliant with the CELEX legal basis 32014L0024, covers multiple legal lots, including Core Legal Services, Major Projects and Complex Advice, and International Disputes, among others. The procurement, valued at an estimated £820 million GBP, follows an open procedure method with the procurement stage recently marked as 'complete'. The contract was signed on 30 September 2025, marking the culmination of this comprehensive multi-lot framework aimed at enhancing legal service provision across the UK regions. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the legal industry, offering robust chances for growth and partnership with the UK government. The framework's emphasis on diverse specialization areas like finance, innovation, trade negotiations, and rail services suggests versatile opportunities suited for large legal firms with robust capabilities in both domestic and international legal contexts. With high-value contracts awarded based on quality and price, and the need to adhere to essential cybersecurity requirements such as Cyber Essentials, competitive entities ready to navigate complex legal landscapes and governmental processes will find substantial potential for business development and competitive advantage. ## Notice Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as the Authority has put in place a Framework Agreement for the provision of Legal Services to be utilised by Central Government Departments including associated Arm's Length Bodies (ALBs). It is intended that this Commercial Agreement will be the recommended vehicle for all Legal Services required by Central Government Departments and their ALBs. The Framework Agreement has awarded Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 as outlined below: Lot 1 - Core Legal Services, Lot 2 - Major Projects and Complex Advice Lot 3 - Finance and High Risk / Innovation Lot 4a - Trade and Investment Negotiations Lot 4b - International Trade Disputes Lot 4c - International Investment Disputes Lot 5 - Rail Legal Services ### Lot Information Core Legal Services Lot 1 requires a full-service capability across a wide range of mandatory legal specialisms to meet the government's core legal service demands. It is designed to support buyers by providing general legal advice necessary for project delivery and addressing various legal issues. Additional information: 12 Suppliers were awarded a place for this Lot. Core Legal Services Lot 1 requires a full-service capability across a wide range of mandatory legal specialisms to meet the government's core legal service demands. It is designed to support buyers by providing general legal advice necessary for project delivery and addressing various legal issues. Additional information: The number of places on the Framework Agreement for this Lot is 10. The value provided in section II.2.6) is only an estimate. Crown Commercial Service cannot guarantee any business through the framework agreement. Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 3 years, with an option to extend for 1 year CCS reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations Major Projects and Complex Advice Lot 2 covers Major Projects and Complex Advice , requiring suppliers to manage high-risk, innovative initiatives with multiple priorities across a wide range of mandatory legal specialisms, including Litigation. Suppliers must navigate evolving project lifecycles, proactively addressing risks and advising on new or existing policies where established solutions may not yet exist. Additional information: The number of places on the Framework Agreement for this Lot is 8. The value provided in section II.2.6) is only an estimate. Crown Commercial Service cannot guarantee any business through the framework agreement. Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 3 years, with an option to extend for 1 year CCS reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations Finance and High Risk / Innovation Lot 3 covers the highest-risk and most complex legal matters across a wide range of mandatory legal specialisms, including groundbreaking projects, major regulatory challenges, large-scale infrastructure programs, and high-value litigation. It also encompasses intricate finance and capital markets work, such as international capital markets, asset finance, restructuring, and insolvency. Additional information: The number of places on the Framework Agreement for this Lot is 6. The value provided in section II.2.6) is only an estimate. Crown Commercial Service cannot guarantee any business through the framework agreement. Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 3 years, with an option to extend for 1 year CCS reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations Trade and Investment Negotiations Lot 4a covers legal advice on negotiating and implementing trade and investment agreements, ensuring compliance with international law, including WTO regulations, free trade agreements, international treaties, and EU law. Work includes drafting UK treaty text, supporting negotiations, analysing UK obligations, and providing treaty-related legal guidance on trade and investment. Additional information: The number of places on the Framework Agreement for this Lot is 6. The value provided in section II.2.6) is only an estimate. Crown Commercial Service cannot guarantee any business through the framework agreement. Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 3 years, with an option to extend for 1 year CCS reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations International Trade Disputes Lot 4b provides legal advice and support for international trade disputes, representing the UK government in both offensive and defensive cases. It covers all stages of dispute resolution, WTO procedural rules, litigation strategy, and substantive legal issues, drawing on extensive experience in WTO and free trade agreement litigation. It also includes guidance on trade remedies and related investigations. Additional information: The number of places on the Framework Agreement for this Lot is 6. The value provided in section II.2.6) is only an estimate. Crown Commercial Service cannot guarantee any business through the framework agreement. Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 3 years, with an option to extend for 1 year CCS reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations International Investment Disputes Lot 4c provides legal advice and support for treaty-based international investment disputes, representing the UK government in investor-State and inter-State proceedings. It covers all stages of dispute resolution, including written and oral advocacy, risk assessment for policy development, and managing disputes under the UK's investment treaties. This work spans diverse economic sectors and technical areas, often involving high-sensitivity or public interest matters. Additional information: The number of places on the Framework Agreement for this Lot is 9. The value provided in section II.2.6) is only an estimate. Crown Commercial Service cannot guarantee any business through the framework agreement. Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 3 years, with an option to extend for 1 year CCS reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations Rail Legal Services Lot 5 provides specialist legal services for the rail industry, requiring in-depth knowledge of its regulatory framework. It recognises the unique nature of rail law and its critical role in supporting national transport objectives. Additional information: The number of places on the Framework Agreement for this Lot is 8. The value provided in section II.2.6) is only an estimate. Crown Commercial Service cannot guarantee any business through the framework agreement. Renewal: The initial duration of the Framework is 3 years, with an option to extend for 1 year CCS reserve the right to extend lots by varying durations Major Projects and Complex Advice Lot 2 covers Major Projects and Complex Advice, requiring suppliers to manage high-risk, innovative initiatives with multiple priorities across a wide range of mandatory legal specialisms, including Litigation. Suppliers must navigate evolving project lifecycles, proactively addressing risks and advising on new or existing policies where established solutions may not yet exist. Additional information: 10 Suppliers were awarded a place for this Lot. Finance and High Risk / Innovation Lot 3 covers the highest-risk and most complex legal matters across a wide range of mandatory legal specialisms, including groundbreaking projects, major regulatory challenges, large-scale infrastructure programs, and high-value litigation. It also encompasses intricate finance and capital markets work, such as international capital markets, asset finance, restructuring, and insolvency. Additional information: 7 Suppliers were awarded a place for this Lot. Trade and Investment Negotiations Lot 4a covers legal advice on negotiating and implementing trade and investment agreements, ensuring compliance with international law, including WTO regulations, free trade agreements, international treaties, and EU law. Work includes drafting UK treaty text, supporting negotiations, analysing UK obligations, and providing treaty-related legal guidance on trade and investment. Additional information: 6 Suppliers were awarded a place for this Lot. International Trade Disputes Lot 4b provides legal advice and support for international trade disputes, representing the UK government in both offensive and defensive cases. It covers all stages of dispute resolution, WTO procedural rules, litigation strategy, and substantive legal issues, drawing on extensive experience in WTO and free trade agreement litigation. It also includes guidance on trade remedies and related investigations. Additional information: 6 Suppliers were awarded a place for this Lot. International Investment Disputes Lot 4c provides legal advice and support for treaty-based international investment disputes, representing the UK government in investor-State and inter-State proceedings. It covers all stages of dispute resolution, including written and oral advocacy, risk assessment for policy development, and managing disputes under the UK's investment treaties. This work spans diverse economic sectors and technical areas, often involving high-sensitivity or public interest matters. Additional information: 8 Suppliers were awarded a place for this Lot. Rail Legal Services Lot 5 provides specialist legal services for the rail industry, requiring in-depth knowledge of its regulatory framework. It recognises the unique nature of rail law and its critical role in supporting national transport objectives. Additional information: 8 Suppliers were awarded a place for this Lot. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081840-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2025 | | Future notice date | 27 Jan 2025 | | Award date | 29 Sep 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £820,000,000 | | Lots value | £820,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £820,000,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Additional buyers | 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 | 1 | | Supplier names | SEE CONTRACTS FINDER NOTICE FOR FULL SUPPLIER LIST | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### 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 - 98910000 - Services specific to international organisations and bodies ## Release History - 11 Dec 2025 at 11:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081840-2025 - 28 Mar 2025 at 10:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005959-2025 - 28 Mar 2025 at 10:54 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011708-2025 - 26 Feb 2024 at 08:07 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006040-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://crowncommercialservice.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d224702b-00c3-4e8a-839e-407d1fecb4de - https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/ - https://www.gov.uk/ccs - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown- - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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