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Research specification: Early Learning and Childcare Accounts Feasibility Study

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Tender

25 Jan 2018 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently conducting a tender for the "Research specification: Early Learning and Childcare Accounts Feasibility Study". This project aims to assess the potential costs and benefits of introducing a system of Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) accounts, aligning with government objectives to provide high-quality and accessible funded ELC. The tender process is at the active stage, with the submission deadline set for 26th February 2018 at 09:00 AM BST. The value of the contract is £45,000, and the procurement method is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialised in research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in childcare systems, impact assessments, and public service evaluation. Companies that can demonstrate strong analytical capabilities and a solid understanding of early childhood education frameworks will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement can help firms establish partnerships with governmental bodies and enhance their visibility in the public sector marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research specification: Early Learning and Childcare Accounts Feasibility Study

Notice Description

The purpose of the study is to provide the Scottish Government with a detailed assessment of the potential costs and benefits of the key options for introducing a system of ELC accounts which supports the Government's objectives of providing funded ELC which is high quality, flexible and accessible. The study should consider feasibility in terms of: - Delivery - what are the practical and operational requirements for a system of childcare accounts and what are the key challenges and considerations - Impact - what are the likely impacts of the available approaches on the Government's ELC objectives and how could childcare accounts be delivered to best support those objectives

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of the study is to provide the Scottish Government with a detailed assessment of the potential costs and benefits of the key options for introducing a system of ELC accounts which supports the Government's objectives of providing funded ELC which is high quality, flexible and accessible. The study should consider feasibility in terms of: - Delivery - what are the practical and operational requirements for a system of childcare accounts and what are the key challenges and considerations - Impact - what are the likely impacts of the available approaches on the Government's ELC objectives and how could childcare accounts be delivered to best support those objectives

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000527650
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN307783
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79311410 - Economic impact assessment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2018Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312443567

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN307783&idx=1
    25th January 2018 - Research specification: Early Learning and Childcare Accounts Feasibility Study
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN307783
    Research specification: Early Learning and Childcare Accounts Feasibility Study - The purpose of the study is to provide the Scottish Government with a detailed assessment of the potential costs and benefits of the key options for introducing a system of ELC accounts which supports the Government's objectives of providing funded ELC which is high quality, flexible and accessible. The study should consider feasibility in terms of: - Delivery - what are the practical and operational requirements for a system of childcare accounts and what are the key challenges and considerations - Impact - what are the likely impacts of the available approaches on the Government's ELC objectives and how could childcare accounts be delivered to best support those objectives

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