---
title: "Property and CPO Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068596"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068596.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CITY OF YORK COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-17"
---

# Property and CPO Support

Buyer: CITY OF YORK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068596

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## Summary

The City of York Council has completed the award stage for its procurement process titled "Property and CPO Support." This process, initiated as a tender, seeks specialised Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) expertise not available internally. The contract involves legal services to support the council's CPO requirements. The direct procurement method used was below threshold, without competition, under special regimes being light-touch. Key dates include the scheduled contract start on the 27th of April 2026, with completion expected by the 26th of May 2026. The property and support services are within the services category, with delivery slated for York, United Kingdom. The award notice was published on 17th April 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses experienced in providing CPO and legal services, particularly those situated in the Yorkshire region. Despite the direct award to WALKER MORRIS LLP, which is a large entity based in Leeds, such opportunities pave the way for other legal firms and consultancies eager and equipped to offer advisory and operational expertise in property-related CPO affairs. Businesses expanding within public sector procurement, especially those versed in legal advisory roles, may find prospects within subsequent or similar council projects. Engaging with local government needs and expanding service offerings to sub-central public authorities can provide strategic partnerships, increasing organisational portfolio and market presence.

## Notice

The Services provided will be in relation to CPO. City of York Council require CPO expertise that is not available in house to provide advice and works relating to CPOs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035325-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Apr 2026 - 26 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £219,885 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY OF YORK COUNCIL |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Micklegate |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WALKER MORRIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2026 at 14:40 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035325-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035325-2026
  17th April 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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