Award

Professional Services

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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Award

12 Aug 2025 at 12:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the University of Plymouth, involves the award of a contract for "Professional Services" specifically focused on the yearly renewal subscription of Childcare Vouchers. This falls under the industry category of Child daycare services (CPV code 85312110) and is located in the South West region, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the "Award" phase, with the contract deemed active as of 7th July 2025. The procurement used a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, suitable for SMEs. The contract period runs from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2026, with the total contract value at £30,300 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in providing childcare services. The selective procurement method indicates a targeted approach, allowing businesses with existing framework agreements to compete effectively. With the University of Plymouth as the buying organisation, participating businesses can leverage this contract to enhance their market reputation and potentially unlock further opportunities within educational and public sectors.

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Notice Title

Professional Services

Notice Description

Yearly renewal subscription of Childcare Vouchers

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1d9d6e9f-83c8-4e42-97ab-db81dcc394ba
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e59da072-1ee0-4215-b57c-57c31282c234
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312110 - Child daycare services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,300 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,300 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@plymouth.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01752 582057

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHILDCARE VOUCHERS LTD RECEIPTS T/A CHILDCARE VOUCHERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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