Tender

Delivery Director - RFQ

OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

22 Dec 2025 at 11:13

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Oxfordshire County Council is seeking an executive-level Delivery Director to lead their strategic change portfolio for an initial six-month term starting in January 2026, following a government decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This tender, published on 22nd December 2025, pertains to the services industry, specifically classified under "General management consultancy services" (CPV code 79411000). The role requires the successful candidate to work three days a week and is expected to contribute significantly to the development and optimisation of the council’s strategic initiatives across areas such as Transformation, LGR, and Devolution. Notably, the Delivery Director will also focus on redesigning the corporate Project Management Office (PMO), fostering a culture of programme delivery. Interested parties should note the procurement method is classified as "Other - " and the tender period ends on 23rd December 2025 at 10:00 AM. The selected individual or firm will commence work from 9th January 2026 to 30th June 2026, with the primary location being in England, United Kingdom. The opportunity supports suitability for SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the management consultancy sector, especially those with expertise in strategic transformation and programme management. Companies that specialise in public sector consultancy, particularly those capable of leading complex change initiatives and working collaboratively with senior leadership, would find this contract highly beneficial for showcasing their capabilities and expanding their market reach. With Oxfordshire County Council as the buying organisation, businesses will have the opportunity to build a notable partnership and achieve impactful results, promoting further long-term growth opportunities. Ideal candidates for this tender include specialised consultancy firms or experienced independent consultants familiar with local government frameworks, eager to contribute to evolving and dynamic governance structures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Delivery Director - RFQ

Notice Description

Oxfordshire County Council is looking to bring in an executive-level Delivery Director to lead the delivery of its strategic change portfolio. This is for an initial six-month term from January 2026, leading up to a government decision on LGR. The expectation is that the individual will work three days a week during this period. Working to the Deputy Chief Executive, the Delivery Director will be responsible for developing and optimising OCC's Strategic Change Portfolio, incorporating delivery of Transformation, LGR and Devolution. They are expected to work closely with OCC officers responsible for strategic direction in each of these areas, taking this direction and translating it into delivery. The Delivery Director will also lead the re-design of the corporate PMO, setting it up for success, as well as developing a wider culture of programme delivery amongst the council's senior political and officer leadership.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e9952028-995d-4195-9ee4-a540f0cc65f5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a87fb639-7f81-49f5-9599-986181eb6d91
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jan 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Alice Leung
Contact Email
alice.leung@oxfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 111

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX1 1ND
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Osney & St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Oxford West and Abingdon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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