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05 Jul 2026 at 09:55

Summary of the contracting process

Oxford City Council has awarded a contract for energy services related to the development at Elsfield Hall Phase 2 in north Oxford. The procurement, under the title "Energy Services for development at Elsfield Hall phase 2," falls within the services category and encompasses tasks such as energy use modelling, heating system reviews, and compliance calculations for building regulations. The contract was awarded to XCO2 Energy Limited through a limited competition procurement method below the threshold. The contract's start date was 1st April 2026, with a potential renewal extending to 2029. The project location is at the former Myers Briggs building, Oxford, with coverage across various UK regions. The procurement is at the award stage, completed in early July 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in energy consultancy, feasibility studies, and environmental services. With a focus on energy modelling and regulatory compliance, firms specialising in innovative energy solutions and sustainability services are well-suited to benefit from such contracts. Given its scope and need for expertise in energy and environmental consultancy, this tender is particularly attractive for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector. The contracted services involve regular engagement and updates with the client, fostering ongoing partnership opportunities for the involved parties.

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Notice Title

Energy Services for development at Elsfield Hall phase 2

Notice Description

This work is to be carried out for the former Myers Briggs building, Elsfield Hall, Cuttleslowe, North Oxford; a new build site in north Oxford aiming to provide circa 30 new flats. The fundamental requirements are: * Predicted energy use modelling * High level review of heating system options * Preliminary overheating review * Stage 2/3 SAP calculations to meet Part L Building Regulations Submissions * Overheating calculations to meet Part O Building Regulations * Production of an Energy Statement to meet planning requirement * Daylight, sunlight and overshading report

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c3ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063033-2026
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

71314000 - Energy and related services

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£31,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 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
OXFORD CITY 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 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

XCO2 ENERGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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