CC13910 - Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers - Re-opening of Framework CC13109

West Lothian Council

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Tender

14 Nov 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

West Lothian Council is inviting tenders for the re-opening of the flexible framework for early learning and childcare services (contract reference CC13109). The tender, titled "CC13910 - Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers - Re-opening of Framework CC13109," falls under the general public services category and covers the UKM78 region, specifically in Livingston. The current procurement stage is Tender, with key dates including the tender period ending on 16th December 2024 and the award period starting on the same date. The procurement method is open, allowing for electronic and written submissions through the provided platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in early learning and childcare services looking to expand their service offerings or enter new markets. The framework re-opening aligns with the Scottish Government's guidelines and requires providers to meet specified National Standards with good or above ratings. This opportunity is ideal for experienced childcare providers who can meet these standards, as well as new market entrants seeking to establish themselves in the sector. Businesses can secure a place in a flexible framework that supports consistent service demand and can contribute to long-term growth and stability.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CC13910 - Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers - Re-opening of Framework CC13109

Notice Description

West Lothian Council intend re-opening The Flexible Framework for Early Learning and Childcare services (contract reference CC13109) to new entrants.

Lot Information

Lot 1

West Lothian Council intend to re-open flexible framework for early learning and childcare services (Contract Reference CC13109) to new entrants. This requirement follows Scottish Government Follows the Child and providers will need to have National Standards gradings of good or above. Please note that there is no requirement for providers who have been appointed to framework CC13109 to re-apply. The council will be using the allowable flexibilities of the Light Touch Regime and this is detailed within the Invitation to Tender e.g. re-opening to new entrants, reduced timescales for tender return.. Service providers awarded to Early Learning and Childcare Framework CC13109 or any subsequent re-opening do not need to apply to join.

Renewal: At the sole discretion of the council, this contract may be extended for a period of a further 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518286
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80110000 - Pre-school education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
In accordance with provisions 74 - 76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 for the Award of contracts for social and other specific services, the council may re-open this Flexible Framework to other providers at quarterly intervals after contract commencement in August 2024 and new service providers will be able to apply to be appointed to the Flexible Framework.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
West Lothian Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 6FF
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM14 West Lothian
Delivery Location
TLM78 West Lothian

Local Authority
West Lothian
Electoral Ward
Livingston South
Westminster Constituency
Livingston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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