---
title: "Allen Lane appointment of finance manager"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0688f3"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-22"
---

# Allen Lane appointment of finance manager

Buyer: OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0688f3

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## Summary

Oxfordshire County Council has completed a procurement process titled "Allen Lane appointment of finance manager," focused on interim and permanent recruitment services. The contract awards these services to ALLEN LANE LIMITED, a specialised supplier based in London. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically for supply services of personnel, including temporary staff. The contract began on 7th April 2026 and will run until 9th October 2026, with potential renewals available until 7th April 2030. This limited competition procurement was conducted below the threshold for comprehensive competitive procedures, and the financial value of the contract amounts to £100,000 excluding VAT. The service delivery location is Oxfordshire, identified by the region code UKJ14.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in recruitment services, particularly those capable of providing skilled personnel rapidly for interim or temporary roles. SMEs similar to ALLEN LANE LIMITED, well-versed in offering financial management personnel, can benefit from seeking similar contracts. Sub-central government authorities like Oxfordshire County Council may frequently require such services, allowing recruitment firms to showcase their efficacy in meeting public sector demands. Businesses with expertise in personnel supply and robust networks for sourcing potential candidates would find themselves well-positioned to compete for future tenders in similar categories.

## Notice

Interim and Permanent Recruitment - Temporary appointment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036781-2026 |
| 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 | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Apr 2026 - 9 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £100,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX1 1ND |
| 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 | Osney & St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALLEN LANE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 15:12 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036781-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036781-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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