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22 Jul 2026 at 14:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Oxford Local Plan 2045 - Legal Advice" was conducted by Oxford City Council, a sub-central public authority located at Oxford Town Hall in Oxford, United Kingdom. The process involved legal advisory services, categorised under CPV code 79111000, and falls within the services industry category. This tender process has reached the award stage, with the contract being signed and active since 1st February 2026, lasting until 1st February 2028. The procurement method was identified as "Below threshold - unknown," suggesting a more informal competitive process. Landmark Chambers, based in London, has been awarded the contract, which outlines services to be delivered in the Oxford region within the UKJ1 area.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in legal advisory services, particularly those looking to expand their portfolios in public sector advisory roles. With a contract valued at £196,800 GBP, it opens doors for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as legal consultancies and chambers, to forge collaborations with municipal authorities, such as the Oxford City Council. The legal and advisory nature of this tender may attract businesses possessing expertise in urban planning and regulatory advice, thus enabling them to showcase their capabilities in shaping local governance frameworks.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Oxford Local Plan 2045

Notice Description

Oxford Local Plan 2045 - Legal Advice

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d10f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069257-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79111000 - Legal advisory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£196,800 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 2-3 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

LANDMARK CHAMBERS

Further Information

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