DfTc - Department for Transport · Awarded contract
Awarded

Provision of Legal Advisers for Project Gordon to Linklaters LLP

Awarded 04 Nov 2024

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Awarded04 Nov 2024
Value£800,000.00
SupplierLinklaters LLP
AgencyDfTc - Department for Transport
RegionANY REGION
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 1d ago1y 12mo term
Awarded 4 Nov 2024Expired 3 Nov 2026

About

DfTc - Department for Transport awarded a contract to Linklaters LLP for the provision of legal advisers for Project Gordon.

The call-off contract commenced on 4th November 2024 and was originally for a 12-month period expiring on 3rd November 2025, with an option to extend by 12 months (to 3rd November 2026) and a further option to extend by five months (to 3rd April 2027).

The total contract value was up to £800,000 excluding VAT, subject to further internal approvals by the DfT and review under DfT contract management procedures.

The award was made as a Direct Award under Panel RM6204 Rail Legal Services Framework and the Panel Terms and Conditions applied.

The contract term was extended by twelve (12) months and the new contract expiry date was 3rd November 2026.

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