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Award of Ceredigion - Pre-School Referral Scheme for Children with Additional Needs/Disabilities

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 Mar 2026 at 13:54

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 14:52

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council has completed the award process for the "Pre-School Referral Scheme for Children with Additional Needs/Disabilities" contract. This initiative falls under the community, social, personal, and health services industry category, aimed at supporting children from the age of two until they commence school education. The procurement was conducted using an open method, beneath the threshold, ensuring an inclusive competition. The award was finalised on 24th March 2026, with MUDIAD MEITHRIN CYF being the designated supplier. The contract period begins on 1st April 2026 and is set to end by 31st March 2028, with the option of a 24-month extension based on mutual consent.

This tender underscores growth opportunities for businesses capable of delivering specialised community and educational services. With a total contract value of £489,600, businesses with expertise in providing social work, educational training, and health services are well-suited to thrive in this competitive environment. The "lightTouch" regime facilitates distinct services for varied customer needs. Companies, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, that focus on technical expertise can leverage a strong 80% quality criterion, tapping into local needs within the Welsh region. This contract represents a significant opportunity for experienced service providers to expand their offerings and strengthen their footprint in public sector initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award of Ceredigion - Pre-School Referral Scheme for Children with Additional Needs/Disabilities

Notice Description

Ceredigion County Council is awarding a contract for the delivery of the Pre-School Referral Schemes, a service that ensures that children and young people with a disability and/or additional needs can access Pre-School Referral Schemes from the term the reach 2 years old to when they reach school age.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: An optional extension period of up to 24 months depending on the agreement of all parties.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0604ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026839-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

85300000 - Social work and related services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£408,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£408,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£408,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERAERON
Postcode
SA46 0PA
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales
Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Aberaeron and Aberarth
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MUDIAD MEITHRIN CYF

Further Information

Notice Documents

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