---
title: "Provision of architectural and professional services related to Blackbird Leys Community Centre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0603d6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORD CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-12"
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# Provision of architectural and professional services related to Blackbird Leys Community Centre

Buyer: OXFORD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0603d6

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## Summary

Oxford City Council has awarded a contract for the provision of architectural and professional services related to a fit-out works project at Blackbird Leys Community Centre. The procurement process, categorised under services, falls within a below-threshold method. The process concluded with the contract awarded to GOTCH, SAUNDERS & SURRIDGE LLP, marking the transition into the award stage. This project is set for a completion timeline beginning 22nd July 2025, with a contractual period extending to 22nd July 2028. The procurement is based in the United Kingdom, specifically in the region of Oxford, and was governed under legal regulations UKPGA 2023/54.

The award highlights potential growth opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural services, particularly those experienced with community projects or fit-out works. This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs, as evidenced by the small-to-medium enterprise (SME) status of the winning supplier. Companies with expertise in architectural services for buildings, and an interest in public authority projects, would find themselves well-poised for future opportunities in this sector. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a business’s portfolio and facilitate expansion within the public sector market.

## Notice

Contract to provide architectural and other professional services relating to a fit-out works project at Blackbird Leys Community Centre

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002333-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2025 - 22 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £188,574 |

## Status

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

## 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 | GOTCH, SAUNDERS & SURRIDGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2026 at 15:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002333-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002333-2026
  12th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gssarchitecture.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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