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title: "Licensing Inspections - Residential - AWARD"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8c913369-a9dc-483c-b845-c7d6ae995258"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORD CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-02"
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# Licensing Inspections - Residential - AWARD

Buyer: OXFORD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8c913369-a9dc-483c-b845-c7d6ae995258

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## Summary

Oxford City Council has completed the procurement process for "Licensing Inspections - Residential - AWARD," focusing on residential property services. The contract has been awarded to Buckingham Futures, a supplier located in Greater London. This open procedure covers property inspections throughout the United Kingdom and other regions, with the contract set to start on 7th January 2026 and conclude on 6th January 2029. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the relevant details published on 2nd March 2026. While the tender, classified under CPV code 70331000, is not tailored specifically for SMEs or VCSEs, it offers valuable opportunities for businesses involved in residential property inspections.

This contract offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in residential property services. The supplier, Buckingham Futures, exemplifies the type of business well-positioned to handle specialised inspections, follow-ups, and reviews. Given the breadth of locations involved, including British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands, companies experienced in international operations may find a competitive advantage. Despite the contract's global reach, local businesses with expertise in residential properties can benefit significantly from this durable three-year engagement. Engaging with Oxford City Council's procurement team and understanding their requirements may further enhance business potential.

## Notice

Qualified inspectors are required for specialist residential property inspections, follow up and reviews.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53246733-979c-4612-a9c1-ee4c14f3f1f0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2026 - 6 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | OXFORD CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX1 1BX |
| 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 | Holywell |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BUCKINGHAM FUTURES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 70 - Real estate services

### Codes

- 70331000 - Residential property services

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2026 at 15:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53246733-979c-4612-a9c1-ee4c14f3f1f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53246733-979c-4612-a9c1-ee4c14f3f1f0
  2nd March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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