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title: "CGTC - Appointment of legal firm for Whistleblowing Investigation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054608"
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buyer: "CELL THERAPY CATAPULT LIMITED"
published: "2025-06-10"
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# CGTC - Appointment of legal firm for Whistleblowing Investigation

Buyer: CELL THERAPY CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054608

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## Summary

This procurement process involves CELL THERAPY CATAPULT LIMITED, a public authority within the sub-central government category, located in London, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "CGTC - Appointment of legal firm for Whistleblowing Investigation," falls under the legal and investigation services category. The procurement method used was direct, below the threshold with limited competition due to confidentiality reasons, marking the process as complete. The contract was awarded to Winckworth Sherwood LLP, starting from 2nd June 2025 and concluding on 1st December 2025, with the contract valued at £75,000 GBP. The legal basis for the award references the legislation passed in 2023.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in legal and investigation services, given the nature of the contract which involves sensitive whistleblowing investigations. The direct procurement method may limit competition, favouring businesses with established reputations or special capabilities in handling confidential matters. While Winckworth Sherwood LLP has secured this existing contract, similar opportunities might emerge for firms adept in providing bespoke legal services that protect individual rights during complex investigations. Companies looking to expand their involvement in government contracts could benefit from specialising in niche areas that require nuanced expertise.

## Notice

This a below threshold procurement but we have not obtained three quotes due to the need to retain confidentiality about the process and protect the individual's rights but also to move at pace given the seriousness of the allegations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031238-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 1 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £75,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CELL THERAPY CATAPULT LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 9RT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | London Bridge & West Bermondsey |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WINCKWORTH SHERWOOD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services
- 79720000 - Investigation services

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2025 at 11:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031238-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031238-2025
  10th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wslaw.co.uk
- https://ct.catapult.org.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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