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Summary of the contracting process

The East Ayrshire Council has awarded a contract for the "Creative Minds Framework" to multiple suppliers, including Beat Buddies Music, David Douglas, and others. The contract is valued at £200,000 and was signed on 25th August 2022. The framework focuses on providing bespoke, high-quality learning experiences in arts, music, drama, and dance for children in East Ayrshire. The procurement process was completed through an open procedure, creating opportunities for SMEs in the services category to participate in delivering these services.

The "Creative Minds Framework" contract awarded by East Ayrshire Council offers business growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the arts, music, and cultural sectors. Companies specializing in providing educational experiences in music, art, drama, and dance can leverage this tender to enhance their portfolio and contribute to the educational and well-being aspects for children in the region. SMEs focusing on delivering creative services aligned with the framework's objectives are well-suited to compete for the contract and contribute to the local community's holistic educational approach.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Creative Minds Framework

Notice Description

East Ayrshire Council are engaging with a wide range of professional artists/musicians and performers, creative and cultural organisations to provide bespoke, high-quality learning experiences for the children of East Ayrshire. The services delivered under this Framework champions the belief that the arts are powerful in developing a whole person approach to education whilst contributing to mental, social and physical wellbeing. Services include (but are not limited to) music, art, drama and dance. For the avoidance of doubt, supply of goods (e.g. musical instruments, art supplies, sports equipment, educational materials) are not covered by this Framework Agreement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Framework duration is 4 years from the commencement date and Bidders may apply at any time throughout the duration of the Framework period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000704684
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG457476
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services

92312000 - Artistic services

92340000 - Dance and performance entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20224 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
East Ayrshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Postcode Area
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
10
Supplier Names

Anna-Louise Burns

Beat Buddies Music

David Douglas

Ella Berthoud

Fiona McLean-Buechel

Janet McLellan, Holistic Bodywork

Lindsay Littleson

Scott Houston Coaching

Stuart A Paterson

Stuart Guffie Music

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG457476
    Creative Minds Framework - East Ayrshire Council are engaging with a wide range of professional artists/musicians and performers, creative and cultural organisations to provide bespoke, high-quality learning experiences for the children of East Ayrshire. The services delivered under this Framework champions the belief that the arts are powerful in developing a whole person approach to education whilst contributing to mental, social and physical wellbeing. Services include (but are not limited to) music, art, drama and dance. For the avoidance of doubt, supply of goods (e.g. musical instruments, art supplies, sports equipment, educational materials) are not covered by this Framework Agreement.

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