---
title: "Certification Agency"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0600a8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-01-07"
---

# Certification Agency

Buyer: OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0600a8

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Oxford Direct Services Limited focuses on obtaining certification services to aid in their accreditation needs. This contract, titled "Certification Agency", falls under the services industry category and is situated in Oxford, United Kingdom. The procurement method used was limited competition, designed to select from below-threshold suppliers. The procurement stage has been completed, with the contract awarded to Interface NRM starting on 1st January 2026 and ending on 31st December 2029, with a potential extension of up to three years. The total contract value amounts to £60,000 GBP, marking a significant opportunity for the contracted party to assist in certification accreditation services.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in certification and accreditation services, particularly those categorised as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With a focus on sub-central government public authorities, businesses with expertise in navigating public sector requirements and delivering dependable certification services will find this contract lucrative. Participating in such processes can not only increase revenue but also enhance the supplier's portfolio and credibility within the public procurement landscape. SMEs looking to grow their business footprint may find this an advantageous contract to benchmark their entry into public sector engagements.

## Notice

Procurement of services to assist ODS in Certification accreditation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000934-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £60,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES LIMITED |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INTERFACE NRM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79132000 - Certification services

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2026 at 10:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000934-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000934-2026
  7th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.odsgroup.co.uk

## Provenance

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