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Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (SQA and SSSC) - Approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

13 May 2025 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council are seeking tenders for a Framework Agreement focused on the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services, targeting SQA and SSSC-approved qualifications alongside core professional learning. This procurement, classified under education and training services, is conducted via an open procedure, inviting submissions until midday on 12th June 2025. The project, located in the Aberdeen region (UKM50), relates to public education services, aiming to set up a framework agreement over a complete duration of 1,080 days. Potential tenderers can submit bids for one or more of the twelve available lots, with the procurement aiming to address regional needs and align with public service enhancement goals.

This tender presents substantial business growth prospects, especially for those skilled in delivering accredited educational programmes and professional learning services. Companies experienced in providing early learning and childcare educational services will find this opportunity particularly attractive due to the focus on approved Scottish qualifications. The framework agreement allows for multiple participants, offering flexibility and the potential for recurring engagements throughout its duration. With an emphasis on community benefits, the procurement also encourages suppliers to incorporate social value initiatives, further appealing to businesses committed to contributing positively to local communities.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (SQA and SSSC) - Approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning

Notice Description

Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council require a range of Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA and SSSC) accredited and core professional learning courses. Consequently, they are seeking tenders for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services Framework Agreement - Approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning. The Councils have split this tender opportunity into twelve separate lots under two different categories (SQA and SSSC approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning). Tenders may be submitted for one or more lots. For more information, please refer to the invitation to tender documentation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council invite tenders for the Provision of a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services. The Councils have split this tender opportunity into twelve separate Lots under two different categories (SQA and SSSC approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning) . Tenders may be submitted for one or more/all lots. For more information, please refer to the invitation to tender documentation.

Renewal: As per documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051229
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020908-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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

80110000 - Pre-school education services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Commercial & Procurement Shared Services
Contact Email
cpssprocurement@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467539600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
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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