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Witney Drill Tower Structural Repairs

OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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22 Apr 2026 at 14:29

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Oxfordshire County Council involves structural repairs to the drill tower at Witney Fire Station. The buyer is a public authority serving in sub-central government, and the procurement adheres to the legal framework under the UK Public Contracts Act 2023. The project is categorised under the 'works' industry, with structural works delineated through CPV classification 45223200, taking place in the region of UKJ14, United Kingdom. The process reached the award stage in April 2026, with the contract signed on 28th March 2026, and it is active until 9th May 2027. This tender followed a limited competition method, being below threshold procurement.

This tender presents business growth opportunities, particularly for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in structural repair works within the construction industry. GUNITE (EASTERN) LIMITED, located in Kent, has secured the contract, indicating potential for collaboration or subcontracting opportunities for businesses in nearby regions or those that can offer specialised repair services. The estimated contract value is £106,380 gross, suggesting a favourable project scale for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio in public sector works. Businesses with expertise in structural engineering, particularly in emergency service infrastructure, stand to benefit most from similar procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Witney Drill Tower Structural Repairs

Notice Description

Witney Fire Station - Drill Tower Structural Repairs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0688d0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036715-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45223200 - Structural works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£88,650 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2026 - 9 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
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
Osney & St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Oxford West and Abingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GUNITE (EASTERN

Further Information

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