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01 Oct 2025 at 15:11

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, completed by Oxfordshire County Council, revolves around the maintenance of access systems, fixed ladders, and edge protection services at council properties. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically related to building-inspection services. It was conducted under a limited competition procedure as a below-threshold tender. The contract, active from 7th July 2025 to 6th July 2027, with a possible extension until 2029, was awarded to OMEGA RED GROUP LIMITED. Located in Oxford, UK, the contract was signed on 7th July 2025, with the gross value amounting to £72,864. Key legal frameworks include adherence to UK legislation from 2023/54. The award stage signifies the culmination of the procurement process.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in safety and maintenance services, particularly SMEs due to the limited competition nature of the process. Firms with expertise in building inspections and safety compliance could view similar tenders as a way to secure steady, long-term government contracts, facilitated by options for renewal. Additionally, being aligned with public authority contracts can enhance a company's portfolio, attract further government business, and reinforce sectoral growth. With the ability to negotiate contract renewals, companies can also establish enduring partnerships, promoting sustainable business expansion.

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Notice Title

Access Systems Fixed Ladders and Edge Protection Services 2025

Notice Description

Inspection and maintenance of the titled at Oxfordshire County Council Properties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a61a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061413-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315400 - Building-inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,720 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2025 - 6 Jul 2027 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
Oxfordshire County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX1 1ND
Postcode Area
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
Osney & St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Oxford West and Abingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OMEGA RED GROUP LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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