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title: "Remedial Repair of Steels at Market House, Thame"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0550b4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2025-10-23"
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# Remedial Repair of Steels at Market House, Thame

Buyer: SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0550b4

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## Summary

The procurement process for the remedial repair of steels at Market House in Thame was managed by South Oxfordshire District Council, a public authority within the sub-central government sector. This contract involved essential remediation work on nine steel rolled columns in the basement of this Grade II listed building located in the heart of Thame. The invitation for tender was issued under an open competition procurement method designed to remain below the threshold, ensuring accessibility to a wider range of suppliers. The initial tender stage began with documents made available on 20th June 2025, and the submission deadline was set for 31st July 2025. Following the procurement process, the contract was awarded to Oxford Direct Services Trading Limited, an SME based in Oxford. The contract work commenced on 1st September 2025 and is scheduled for completion by 31st December 2025, with the contract having been signed on 3rd October 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs within the construction sector. The open competition approach under a below-threshold procurement method encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises that can deliver high-quality construction work efficiently. Companies specialising in the rehabilitation of heritage buildings or possessing experience with listed structures would have been especially well-suited to compete for this project. Additionally, the emphasis on quality, carbon reduction, energy efficiency, and competitive pricing aligns with the broader industry trends towards sustainable and cost-effective construction solutions, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio and establish a presence in public sector engagements with heritage sites.

## Notice

To carry out essential remedial works to 9.no steel rolled columns, located in the basement of Market House, Thame. Market House is a Grade II listed building, owned by South Oxfordshire District Council. The building houses public conveniences and the Thame branch of the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB). The building is prominently located in the busy heart of Thame town centre, surrounded by shops, pedestrians and a large public car park

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067811-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Oct 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | £70,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £68,152 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3JE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Abingdon Abbey Northcourt |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES TRADING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2025 at 12:23 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067811-2025
- 20 Jun 2025 at 09:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033987-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067811-2025
  23rd October 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033987-2025
  20th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com
- https://procontract.due-north.com.ClickonOpportunities,searchforSouthOxfordshireDistrictCouncilandclickonspecificopportunity.Onceregisteredyouwillhaveaccesstodownloadthedocumentsanduploadthesubmissionaccordingly.
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.odsgroup.co.uk/

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