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About ODS | Local Services & Commercial Solutions
Oxford Direct Services (ODS) is a commercial organisation with roots in delivering essential services for Oxford City Council.
Based in Oxford, we provide reliable and innovative solutions for public sector organisations, businesses and communities across Oxfordshire and the wider Thames Valley. Our services include waste and recycling collection, property maintenance, engineering, environmental and parks services. Since becoming a commercial organisation in 2018, we have combined public sector expertise with commercial flexibility to deliver lasting value for our customers and communities.
Delivering More for Our Customers
We have built long-term relationships with customers and suppliers by delivering reliable, high-quality services and consistently putting customers’ needs first. Today, our expertise spans facilities management, waste and infrastructure services, complemented by specialist businesses including Gul-e, OXWaste, and ODS Fire Solutions, enabling us to deliver a broader range of innovative and integrated solutions for our customers.
As customer needs continue to evolve, so do we. We are continually investing in our people, technology and capabilities to create a more agile, customer-focused business that delivers joined-up solutions, not just individual services. By bringing together expertise from across ODS, we help customers tackle complex challenges, improve operational performance and create long-term value.
We are ambitious about the future. Our focus is on sustainable growth, innovation and building stronger partnerships, while continuing to deliver the dependable service and local knowledge that our customers value. By combining commercial expertise with a commitment to continuous improvement, we are creating a business that is better equipped to meet the challenges of today and the opportunities of tomorrow.
ODS creates social value
Like any successful organisation, we aim to generate profit. What makes ODS different is that our success supports a wider purpose. As a company wholly owned by Oxford City Council, we combine commercial expertise with a commitment to delivering value for local communities. The work we do creates jobs, develops skills, supports the local economy and contributes to the long-term prosperity of the places we serve. For us, success is measured not only by the services we deliver, but by the positive impact we leave behind.
At ODS, we're committed to building a stronger business, delivering better outcomes for our customers and making a lasting difference in the communities we serve, helping to make your part of the world a great place to live, work and visit.
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