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title: "Retrofit Service Framework"
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buyer: "OXFORD CITY COUNCIL"
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# Retrofit Service Framework

Buyer: OXFORD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a137eff0-520c-4726-ac7d-8d147ec7838f

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## Summary

Oxford City Council is undertaking a procurement process for a "Retrofit Service Framework," announced on 8 August 2024. This initiative focuses on the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services industry, specifically within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The framework will include four lots: Retrofit Assessor, Retrofit Coordinator, Retrofit Designer, and Retrofit Evaluator, with up to three suppliers per lot. The procurement stage is currently in the "Tender" phase, using an open procedure (above threshold). Key dates include the tender period end date on 10 September 2024 and a contract period from 1 November 2024 to 31 October 2027, with a possible one-year extension.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses involved in architectural, engineering, and related energy services are well-suited to compete. By being part of this framework, companies can secure recurring projects and build long-term relationships with Oxford City Council and its subsidiaries. The framework allows for direct awards and mini-competitions, providing flexibility and multiple avenues for business engagement and development.

## Notice

Oxford Direct Services (ODS) and Oxford Direct Services Trading Ltd (ODSTL), provide a wide range of services to Oxford City Council, the general public and private customers. ODS is seeking to put together a Framework of suppliers that can provide a range of Retrofit Services. This framework will be accessible to ODS, ODSTL and any wholly owned subsidiaries of ODS or ODSTL. The Framework will be split into 4 Lots with up to a maximum of 3 suppliers per Lot: Lot 1 - Retrofit Assessor Lot 2 - Retrofit Coordinator Lot 3 - Retrofit Designer Lot 4 - Retrofit Evaluator Projects will be dealt with on an individual basis and ODS or ODSTL can call off from the Framework Agreement by Direct Award or issuing a Mini-Competition to each supplier on the relevant Lot. This Contract is for 3 years + 1 year extension Additional information: All communication with ODS must be made via the In-Tend Portal (procurement portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/oxfordcc). Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a3bf4c-c7cd-413b-b034-81505be7470e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORD CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX4 2HH |
| 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 | Temple Cowley |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford East |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services
- 71250000 - Architectural, engineering and surveying services
- 71314000 - Energy and related services
- 71315000 - Building services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2024 at 15:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a3bf4c-c7cd-413b-b034-81505be7470e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a3bf4c-c7cd-413b-b034-81505be7470e
  8th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/oxfordcc/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/oxfordcc
- https://www.odsgroup.co.uk/

## Provenance

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