Procurement disputes solicitors

Our expertise in procurement litigation

Procurement disputes can take many forms. We regularly act for both suppliers and contracting authorities in:

• Tender disputes – challenging unfair scoring, flawed evaluation methods or lack of transparency.

• Exclusion from competitions – where bidders are wrongly disqualified.

• Government contracting disputes – including claims against central and local government, NHS bodies and utilities.

• Breach of procurement law – under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Act 2023.

• Time-sensitive remedies – urgent injunctions, damages claims, judicial review and negotiated settlements.

Because deadlines are often short, we act quickly to preserve your rights and protect your commercial interests.

Who we help

We represent a wide range of organisations involved in UK procurement disputes, including:

• UK-based and international suppliers

• SMEs and large contractors

• central and local government bodies

• NHS and other public authorities

• utilities and regulated industries

Our cross-sector knowledge spans construction, technology, energy, defence, and infrastructure.

How we resolve procurement disputes

Our approach is proactive and commercial. We advise on:

• pre-action correspondence to resolve disputes early

• urgent injunctions and High Court proceedings

• settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution

• strategies to protect ongoing relationships and reputations

We combine our contentious expertise with our dedicated procurement lawyers, giving you the benefit of joined-up advice.

Why choose Hugh James for procurement disputes

• Urgency and precision: We understand procurement challenges turn on days, not weeks. Our rapid, decisive advice keeps you ahead of deadlines.
• Sector insight: From infrastructure and healthcare to energy and defence, we bring sector-specific knowledge to complex disputes.
• Practical solutions: We go beyond academic advice. Our strategies are tailored to your commercial objectives and reputational priorities.
• Recognised expertise: Our procurement and dispute resolution teams are ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers for delivering results in high-value and high-profile disputes.
• Proven track record: We have successfully acted in procurement challenges for both bidders and contracting authorities across the UK.
• Integrated support: With specialist procurement advisers and litigators working together, you get a seamless service from advisory compliance through to High Court action.