Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (Accredited and Core Professional Learning)

Aberdeenshire Council

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25 Feb 2021 at 13:48

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24 Feb 2021 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council is seeking providers for a Framework Agreement titled "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (Accredited and Core Professional Learning)." This active tender falls under the education and training services industry category, targeting Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire regions. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure, and the submission deadline is set for 31 March 2021, at 12:00 PM. This contract involves various lots, including core professional learning courses and accredited training programs aligned with Scottish Qualification Authority standards.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with expertise in early childhood education, health and safety training, and professional development awards. Companies that can deliver accredited qualifications or have the necessary regulatory approvals, such as from the SQA or other relevant bodies, would be well-positioned to compete. The successful tenderers will play a crucial role in enhancing the skills and qualifications of the ELC workforce in the region, potentially leading to long-term contracts and partnerships with local authorities.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (Accredited and Core Professional Learning)

Notice Description

Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council require a suite of various Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA)/SSSC accredited and core professional learning courses. Accredited courses at Scottish Qualification Framework Credits (SCQF) levels 6, 7 & 9 including: - Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) in Social Services (Children and Young People) and Play Work in line with the relevant SQA (or equivalent) guidance for assessment of candidates. - Batchelor of Arts (BA) in Childhood Practice (work based, distance learning) - Professional Development Award (PDA) in Childhood Practice (Level 9 - work based, taught) Core Professional Learning in: - A range of Health and Safety work-based courses where content must be as set down by the appropriate approval/awarding body (for example, Royal Environmental Health Institute for Scotland (REHIS). Courses must also include the approving bodies assessment as part of the course where relevant. - Outdoor Learning - both ELC curriculum based, ecology, environment, and engaging children approaches. - A range of professional learning in child protection for different levels of the ELC workforce.

Lot Information

Lot 1: SQA regulated and SSSC approved work-based/day release awards

Successful tenderers must be able to deliver all courses within this lot: SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) (SSCYP) SCQF Level 6 SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) (SSCYP) SCQF Level 7 PDA in Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 9 SCQF credit 'backfilling' - please provide a price list of typically associated modules of various SCQF levels

Lot 2: SQA Accredited worked based leadership award

Tenderers must be able to deliver all of the following courses within the lot: SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) (SSCYP) SCQF Level 9 SCQF credit 'backfilling' - please provide a price list of typically associated modules at various SCQF Levels

Lot 3: SQA Accredited work-based awards in Play Work

Successful tenderers must be able to deliver all courses for this particular lot as below: SVQ Playwork SCQF Level 6 SVQ Playwork SCQF Level 7 SVQ Playwork SCQF Level 9

Lot 4: University work-based distance learning degree

Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following course as part of this lot: BA in Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 9

Lot 5: Core Health and Safety Training

Successful tenderers must be able to deliver all courses within each lot as a minimum: Lot 5: Core Health and Safety Training Courses Required: Elementary Food Hygiene (REHIS or equivalent) Food Hygiene Refresher (REHIS or equivalent) Infection control and Blood Borne Viruses (REHIS or equivalent

Lot 6: Core Health and Safety Training (with required practical elements)

Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following courses, as a minimum, for this lot: Lot 6: Core Health and Safety Training (with required practical elements) Courses Required: Emergency First Aid at Work (Paediatric Focus) Object Handling (in an ELC setting) Benefit/Risk Assessment (in ELC)

Lot 7: Core Child Protection professional learning

Successful tendered must be able to deliver the following courses, as a minimum, for this lot: Lot 7: Core Child Protection professional learning Courses Required: Introduction to Child Protection Child protection refresher Designated Child Protection Officer Training

Lot 8: Outdoor Learning and the ELC curriculum

Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following course: Lot 8: Outdoor Learning and the ELC curriculum Course Required: Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning

Lot 9: Non-curriculum based outdoor learning

Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following courses for this lot: Lot 9: Non-curriculum based outdoor learning Course Required: Ecology, environment, and engaging children

Lot 10: Core occupational standards and policy/guidance learning

Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following courses for this lot: Lot 10: Core occupational standards and policy/guidance learning Course Required: Health and Social Care Standards: My support, My life Pre-birth to three: Positive outcomes for Scotland's children and families

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0295cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003793-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Aberdeenshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Postcode Area
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

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