Tender

West of England Childcare Research

WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

19 Nov 2024 at 19:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West of England Combined Authority is seeking to commission research to tackle challenges within the early years childcare sector in the Bath and North-East Somerset, Bristol, and South Gloucestershire regions. The tender, titled "West of England Childcare Research," falls under the industry category of research services (CPV code 73110000). This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 5th December 2024. The contract period will start on 16th December 2024 and conclude on 21st February 2025. The estimated contract value is £30,000, and the procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold). Interested suppliers must register on the ATAMIS e-Procurement system to access full documentation and submit proposals.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those focusing on the childcare or education sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate. The research aims to address staffing shortages and infrastructure needs within the childcare sector, creating potential long-term partnerships and the opportunity to influence regional policy. Companies with expertise in workforce development, infrastructure analysis, or those with innovative solutions for improving childcare provision, will find this project particularly aligned with their strengths.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

West of England Childcare Research

Notice Description

The West of England Combined Authority is looking to commission research to further inform policy proposals which aim to tackle challenges the early years sector faces in the region (Bath and North-East Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire). Our research has identified a pressing need to address staffing shortages in the childcare sector, focusing on both recruitment and retention. To tackle this, we have developed a concept for a West of England Childcare Academy. This academy would help new entrants gain the necessary qualifications and provide opportunities for existing staff to enhance their skills and advance professional standards. The goal is to make childcare a more attractive career, offering better prospects for growth. The Academy will particularly focus on upskilling, management training, health and wellbeing support, and targeted recruitment of underrepresented groups. In addition, we are evaluating the region's childcare infrastructure needs, including the creation of new facilities, upgrading existing ones, and pinpointing areas with inadequate childcare provision. A key finding of our research to date is that workforce shortages are limiting the availability of childcare places, with many settings running below capacity. We want to better understand the extent to which staffing shortages act as a barrier to increasing childcare provision in the region. We also want to understand the infrastructure challenges that providers face, as well as how a lack of childcare infrastructure in a local area impacts parents. The Mayoral Combined Authority uses ATAMIS as its e-Procurement system. Suppliers will need to register at - https://weca-atamis.my.site.com/s/Welcome - to access full documents and submit proposals.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95a88f5a-8459-454e-8b38-330122ed8034
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Dec 2024 - 21 Feb 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6AL
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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