Tender

Creche Services

SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY

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Tender

20 Jul 2022 at 13:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) is currently conducting a tender for the establishment, operation, and management of a crèche service located at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. This contract, categorised under child daycare services, is at the tender stage, which will conclude on 22nd August 2022, with the contract period expected to start on 13th October 2022 and run through to 12th April 2028, subject to two potential 12-month extensions. The procurement follows an open procedure, with submissions required to meet specified minimum requirements concerning both payment timeliness to suppliers and cyber security standards.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in childcare services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and third-sector organisations. Businesses that can demonstrate compliance with the Care Inspectorate's standards, possess relevant experience, and meet the associated community benefit requirements will be well-positioned to compete. The contract encourages community engagement, offering bidders the chance to implement initiatives that support the local economy, employ disadvantaged individuals, and offer work placements to students, enhancing their business profile while contributing positively to the community.

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Notice Title

Creche Services

Notice Description

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to establish, operate and manage a creche service appropriate for the needs and interests of children aged between six weeks and five years old on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at its building in Edinburgh.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to establish, operate and manage an on-site creche Service appropriate for the needs and interests of children aged between 6 weeks to 5 years old on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The Contractor shall be required to maintain the Registration of the creche with the Care Inspectorate throughout the duration of the contract.

Renewal: Two 12 month optional extensions at the sole discretion of the SPCB.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0353ec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019780-2022
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312110 - Child daycare services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Oct 2022 - 12 Apr 2028 Over 5 years
Recurrence
New procurement process will commence in 2028.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nadia.smith@parliament.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1313486620

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH99 1SP
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

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