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Advisor, Oxford Growth Commission

OXFORD CITY COUNCIL

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23 Jul 2025 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

Oxford City Council, acting as the buyer, has concluded a public procurement process for consultancy advice to support the Oxford Growth Commission, as indicated by the title "Advisor, Oxford Growth Commission". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically financial consultancy services, and is located in Oxford, United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was direct, conducted below the threshold without competition, leading to an award being active since 12th May 2025. The contract has a duration until 12th November 2026, with an option for a six-month extension. The associated legal basis is UKPGA 2023/54, ensuring compliance with public authority regulations at the sub-central government level.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in financial consultancy services. Organisations capable of providing expert financial advice and consultancy are well-suited for this type of procurement. The awarded contract to Blackstock Partnership Limited highlights the potential for firms to secure valuable consultative roles within public sector initiatives, fostering business expansion and increased influence in the sector. By engaging in such contracts, businesses can broaden their portfolio and enhance their reputation as experts in municipal financial consultancy.

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Notice Title

Advisor, Oxford Growth Commission

Notice Description

Consultancy advice to support the work of the Oxford Growth Commission

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05646f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042291-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£107,160 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
11 May 2025 - 12 Nov 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OXFORD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@oxford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX1 1BX
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Holywell
Westminster Constituency
Oxford West and Abingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLACKSTOCK PARTNERSHIP

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