Tender

Provision of Nursery Services

ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

24 Jan 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Robert Gordon University, located in Aberdeen, UK, has initiated an open tender process for the provision of high-quality pre-school education and childcare services at the Treehouse Nursery on the Garthdee campus. This tender falls under the education industry category and includes services for children of the university's staff, students, as well as the general public. Key dates for this tender are the submission deadline on 24th February 2025, and the start of the award period also on 24th February 2025. The procurement stage is currently active, with submissions to be made electronically through the provided platform.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the fields of nursery operations, early childhood education, and childcare services to grow their market reach and establish a partnership with a reputable academic institution. The contract, offering an initial rental valuation of £111,806 + VAT per annum and a potential extension of up to four years, is well-suited for established childcare providers with expertise in managing comprehensive nursery services. Businesses equipped to comply with TUPE requirements and maintain high education standards will find this tender particularly fitting to leverage their expertise and drive community-focused outcomes.

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Notice Title

Provision of Nursery Services

Notice Description

The University requires the provision of high quality and comprehensive pre-school education and childcare services for children of staff and students of RGU ("RGU Children") and the public ("Community Children") at the Treehouse Nursery, Garthdee (the "Services").

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires the provision of high quality and comprehensive pre-school education and childcare services for children of staff and students of RGU ("RGU Children") and the public ("Community Children") at the Treehouse Nursery, Garthdee (the "Services"). The Nursery is a modern, purpose-built nursery within the University's Garthdee campus. There are two large enclosed garden areas with a good off-road drop off / collection area for parents. Children have access to four playrooms and a large communal area used by all ages. The Nursery is within easy access to the University campus grounds, University sports centre, local schools and amenities such as the library, community centre and various parks.

Renewal: The contract period may be extended up to 4 years at the university's discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000787137
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522475
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

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2025Expired
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@rgu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB10 7FY
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
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Airyhall/Broomhill/Garthdee
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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