---
title: "Provision of printing services for Oxfordshire Pension Fund"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068b77"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068b77.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-27"
---

# Provision of printing services for Oxfordshire Pension Fund

Buyer: OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068b77

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## Summary

Oxfordshire County Council has recently completed the procurement process for the provision of printing services for the Oxfordshire Pension Fund, with the award decision finalised on 27th April 2026. The procurement, classified under the "services" category and governed by UKPGA 2023/54, adopted a direct method below the competition threshold, allowing the council to directly engage with suppliers without broader competition. The contract, valued at £60,000 gross, will span from 8th May 2026 to 31st March 2027, featuring a delivery scope predominantly within the UK, marked as Lot 1. This contract award is part of a planned procurement, spotlighting a streamlined engagement process focusing on efficiency and specific partnership requirements.

This tender represents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in printing and IT services, including software development and internet support. With ADARE SEC LIMITED, an SME based in Leicester, successfully securing a role as the supplier in this contract, similar sized enterprises in the industry are encouraged to explore these niche procurement offerings tailored below the usual competitive thresholds. Leveraging the rate card pricing model ensures predictability in budgeting and can foster long-term business relationships for suppliers positioned to meet the specific needs outlined by public authorities like the Oxfordshire County Council. Such opportunities can enhance market positioning and expand service delivery within the targeted regions in the UK.

## Notice

Provision of printing services for Oxfordshire Pension Fund Pricing based on rate card

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037999-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 | ADARE SEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 11:29 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037999-2026
- 27 Apr 2026 at 11:06 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037978-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037999-2026
  27th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037978-2026
  27th April 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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