---
title: "Strategic Partner to support the Design and Implementation of the New Greater Oxford Council"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cd36"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "OXFORD CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-16"
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# Strategic Partner to support the Design and Implementation of the New Greater Oxford Council

Buyer: OXFORD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cd36

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## Summary

Oxford City Council seeks to procure a strategic partner for the design and implementation of the proposed Greater Oxford Council, contingent upon government approval of the 3 Councils model for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire. This tender, titled "Strategic Partner to support the Design and Implementation of the New Greater Oxford Council," falls under the business and management consultancy category. The procurement process is at the tender stage and employs an open procedure, with submissions required electronically on the In-Tend Procurement portal. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 17 August 2026. The contract spans from 9 October 2026 to 8 April 2028, with an option for a six-month extension.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in consultancy services, especially those specialising in business development, human resources, and management consultancy. With a focus on integrating systemwide local government reorganisation governance, successful bidders can leverage this project to expand their footprint in the public sector. Companies with a robust track record in navigating complex governmental and municipal projects will find themselves particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The potential contract value, alongside the strategic implications for regional development, creates an enticing prospect for growth-oriented consultancy firms.

## Notice

Oxford City Council is seeking to procure a strategic partner for the design and implementation of a Greater Oxford Council, subject to the Government confirming the 3 Councils model as its preferred option for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire, and working within an established systemwide LGR implementation governance framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067407-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Oct 2026 - 8 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £710,000 |
| Lots value | £710,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79411000 - General management consultancy services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
- 79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services
- 79420000 - Management-related services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 15:11 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067407-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067407-2026
  16th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/oxfordcc

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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