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Funded Early Learning and Childcare in Angus

ANGUS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Funded Early Learning and Childcare in Angus" was initiated by Angus Council. This involves providing education and care suitable for eligible children within the Angus region, underlining the value of interactions, spaces, and experiences for children's learning and development. The contract operates within the 'General public services' category and is structured as a services procurement. The most recent stage of this process is the award, with a contract being signed on 1 December 2025. This project is classified under CPV code 85312110 and further details were formally published on 20 October 2025. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, with bid submissions accepted electronically by 21 November 2025, marking its transition from tender to award.

The tender offers significant opportunities for business growth in the field of early childhood education services. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) such as Gemma Robertson, which was awarded the contract, are well-suited to participate in this tender. The procurement method favours businesses capable of providing structured childcare services that meet specified criteria. The flexible nature of the framework agreement aligns with the school year, offering potential extensions, which could attract service providers aiming to establish or expand their footprint in the regional education sector. This tender supports growth for businesses focused on innovative, quality early learning programmes, positioning them well for longer-term engagements.

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Notice Title

Funded Early Learning and Childcare in Angus

Notice Description

Funded ELC will consist of education and care which is suitable for eligible children, and will take regard to the importance of interactions, spaces and experiences that support their learning and development. Children accessing funded ELC will be offered a free meal.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Invitation to Tender (ITT) document attached to this contract notice describes the procurement.. The contract 'year' aligns with school years in Angus and may in some cases exceed 365 days.

Renewal: (+1) 16 Aug 2027 - 13 Aug 2028 (+1) 14 Aug 2028 - 12 Aug 2029 (+1) 13 Aug 2029 - 09 Aug 2030

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000813459
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548110
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
£68,571 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2025 - 15 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
The Invitation to Tender (ITT) document sets out the estimated dates for future publication of notices.

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
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

GEMMA ROBERTSON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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