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Funded Early Learning and Childcare in Angus

ANGUS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Angus Council has awarded the contract for Funded Early Learning and Childcare in Angus. This procurement process, classified under General Public Services, covers education and care tailored to eligible children, emphasising supportive interactions and nurturing development. The contract spans the local authority area of Angus, UKM71 region, commencing from 1 August 2020 for up to 36 months, with the option to extend for an additional 24 months. The award was completed on 20 January 2025, and the procurement utilised an open procedure, ensuring broad participation among suppliers.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms in the early learning and childcare sector, particularly those specialising in educational services and child development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Playspaces Montrose Limited, awarded this contract, can leverage their expertise and expand their footprint within the region. Suitable contenders are those proficient in delivering high-quality, nurturing care that promotes early learning and development, complying with the outlined procurement criteria. The contract's framework agreement provisions and renewal options further incentivise sustained engagement and service excellence.

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Notice Title

Funded Early Learning and Childcare in Angus

Notice Description

Funded Early Learning and Childcare in Angus will consist of education and care, of a kind which is suitable for eligible children, regard being had to the importance of interactions and other experiences which support learning and development in a caring and nurturing setting.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Invitation to Tender (ITT) document attached to this contract notice describes the procurement.. The duration of the contract is up to 36 months from 1 August 2020 with provision for the authority to extend the contract by up to a further 24 months (12 plus 12), subject to procurement rules.

Renewal: Up to two further years (1+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000782327
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526189
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, 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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312110 - Child daycare services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£73,302 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2020 - 31 Jul 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
The Invitation to Tender (ITT) document sets out the estimated dates for future publication of notices. Notices shall remain open for approximately 4-5 weeks. The final notice will be published Monday 2 December 2024 with a tender return deadline of Monday 6 January 2025.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANGUS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lynn Duncan
Contact Email
duncanlc@angus.gov.uk, ramsaym@angus.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3452777778

Buyer Location

Locality
FORFAR
Postcode
DD8 1AN
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Angus
Electoral Ward
Forfar and District
Westminster Constituency
Angus and Perthshire Glens

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLAYSPACES MONTROSE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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