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Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement

SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Shetland Islands Council, seeking applications for the "Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement" aimed at providing Early Learning and Childcare 1140 Hours Funded Providers. This project falls under the services category and is located in the UKM66 region. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the submission deadline having previously been extended to 3pm on 4th December 2019. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, with contracts recently signed on 20th January 2020, which include an allocation of £1,200,000 for Private, Voluntary, and Independent Settings, and £400,000 for Childminders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in early childhood education and care. Businesses such as preschools, childcare providers, and childminding services are well positioned to compete, particularly those that meet the selection criteria outlined in the framework. The inclusive nature of this framework allows multiple suppliers to join, fostering a competitive environment that benefits local childcare providers and supports growth in the early learning sector.

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Notice Title

Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Applications are being sought for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare 1140 Hours Funded Providers.

Lot Information

Private, Voluntary and Independent Settings

The Flexible Framework is a two-stage procedure. In the initial setup stage, all service providers who meet the Selection Criteria and who are not excluded are admitted to the Flexible Framework. There is no limit on the number of suppliers that may join the Framework. Procurement of social and other specific services in accordance with Section 7 (Regulations 74-76) Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. Link to 'Funding Follows the Child' Guidance: https://www.gov.scot/publications/funding-follows-child-national-standard-early-learning-childcare-providers-frequently-asked-questions-local-authorities-providers/

Childminders

The Flexible Framework is a two-stage procedure. In the initial setup stage, all service providers who meet the Selection Criteria and who are not excluded are admitted to the Flexible Framework. There is no limit on the number of suppliers that may join the Framework. Procurement of social and other specific services in accordance with Section 7 (Regulations 74-76) Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. Link to 'Funding Follows the Child' Guidance: https://www.gov.scot/publications/funding-follows-child-national-standard-early-learning-childcare-providers-frequently-asked-questions-local-authorities-providers/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000602437
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380809
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

80110000 - Pre-school education services

85312110 - Child daycare services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20206 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Colin Black - Procurement Manager
Contact Email
contract.admin@shetland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1595744595

Buyer Location

Locality
LERWICK
Postcode
ZE1 0LZ
Post Town
Lerwick
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM66 Shetland Islands

Local Authority
Shetland Islands
Electoral Ward
Lerwick North and Bressay
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
10
Supplier Names

BURRA PLAYGROUP

ERNAHOUL CHILDMINDING

HAME FAE HAME

HAZEL

LERWICK PRE SCHOOL

LITTLE TIKES

PEERIE FOXES

SARAH MUNRO

SCALLOWAY PRESCHOOL

SUSAN'S CHILDCARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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