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title: "Lead Local Flood Authority Drainage and Minor Ground Works Framework"
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buyer: "OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Lead Local Flood Authority Drainage and Minor Ground Works Framework

Buyer: OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49de40d6-b084-4b5e-90c9-38c550c33908

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Lead Local Flood Authority Drainage and Minor Ground Works Framework" was undertaken by Oxfordshire County Council (OCC), situated at County Hall, New Road, Oxford. This tender falls under the industry category of river regulation and flood control works, with additional focus on flood-prevention works. The process commenced on 1st June 2025 and is slated to conclude by 31st May 2028. The procurement method was conducted through an open procedure. This tender was specifically divided into three lots encompassing minor ground works, culvert and small bridge works, and culvert and drainage. The procurement process has reached the award stage with significant contracts awarded to suppliers, including B&M McHugh and F J Morris Contracting Limited, among others.

This framework presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in drainage, minor ground works, and water management infrastructure. SME and VCSE organisations are encouraged to participate due to the framework's suitability for these business types. Companies that specialise in flood prevention and have the capability to manage complex environmental projects will find this tender a lucrative prospect for expanding their portfolio and strengthening their presence in the public sector infrastructure market. With a total contract value of £2,000,000, there is ample scope for economic growth and collaboration amongst the contracting parties.

## Notice

Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) is designated a Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) under the Flood and Water Management Act, 2010. As such it has powers and duties relating to "local" sources of flooding, these are flooding from surface water, ordinary watercourses and groundwater. The Flood Risk Management (FRM) Team (with the Planning, Environment and Circular Economy Directorate) carries out these functions within OCC, working in partnership with the district and city councils alongside others. This Framework will be utilised by OCC as the contracting authority, but Parish, Town, City and District Council's within Oxfordshire will also be able to call off from the Framework with prior agreement and arrangement from OCC. This Tender is divided into Lots: * Lot 1: Minor Ground Works * Lot 2: Culvert and Small Bridge Works * Lot 3: Culvert and Drainage

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d9f7036-3b55-449b-bf77-8f0cfd35b83b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX1 1ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Osney & St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | B&M MCHUGH; F J MORRIS CONTRACTING; GREENFORD; METRO ROD; R. F. GARDINER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45246000 - River regulation and flood control works
- 45246400 - Flood-prevention works

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2025 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d9f7036-3b55-449b-bf77-8f0cfd35b83b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d9f7036-3b55-449b-bf77-8f0cfd35b83b
  3rd July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=06326934-3656-ef11-812e-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk

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