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Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme ECI

DEFRA GROUP COMMERCIAL

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08 Apr 2026 at 08:02

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves the buying organisation Defra Group Commercial, which has awarded a contract titled "Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme ECI". This contract falls under the industry category of construction-related services and is valued at £1,493,706.11. The contract aims to facilitate early contractor involvement in a flood alleviation scheme and takes place in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, specifically in Birmingham (postal code B3 1AQ). The procurement process has reached the awarding stage, with the contract awarded to John Graham Construction Ltd, trading as GRAHAM, on 1st April 2026. Key dates include a tender period ending on 20th March 2026 and a contract period from 23rd March 2026 to 9th October 2026. The process followed a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents business growth opportunities particularly for large construction companies experienced in public infrastructure projects. Businesses specialised in construction-related services and capable of handling large-scale projects in the UK would be well-positioned for such contracts. While small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary/community/social enterprises (VCSEs) might find it challenging due to the scale and nature of the project, forming partnerships or joint ventures with larger companies could create avenues for involvement. The long-term impact of being involved in a project of this magnitude can enhance reputations and lead to further opportunities within public procurement frameworks.

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Notice Title

Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme ECI

Notice Description

Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme Early Contractor Involvement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eba5b868-409a-40cc-a295-3c45b91efe72
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32e417d7-8d6e-4aa4-9154-e0f3d26bc731
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71500000 - Construction-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,493,706 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,493,706 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 9 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA GROUP COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B3 1AQ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Soho & Jewellery Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOHN GRAHAM CONSTRUCTION LTD, TRADING AS GRAHAM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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