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title: "West of England Childcare Research"
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# West of England Childcare Research

Buyer: WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8d3356cb-d269-4a96-ade4-8f64ad73f2b7

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## Summary

The West of England Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for "West of England Childcare Research," aimed at addressing challenges in the early years sector in Bath and North-East Somerset, Bristol, and South Gloucestershire. Categorised under research consultancy services (CPV code 73210000), this tender was conducted using an open procedure below the threshold, with a contract value of £29,903 awarded to Amber Publications & Training Ltd. The procurement stage was in the award phase, with relevant dates including a tender period ending on 5 December 2024 and a contract period from 16 December 2024 to 21 March 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in research consultancy services, especially those focusing on early childhood education and policy development. SMEs are particularly well-suited to compete, given the tender's emphasis on small and medium-sized enterprise suitability. By participating in such procurement processes, businesses can enhance their portfolio, gain substantial visibility, and contribute to impactful policy research in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

## Notice

The West of England Combined Authority is looking to commission research to further inform policy proposals which aim to tackle challenges the early years sector faces in the region (Bath and North-East Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d13f59b-9bec-447f-bb6e-1f195d8169c9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2024 - 21 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,903 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 6AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AMBER PUBLICATIONS & TRAINING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2025 at 09:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d13f59b-9bec-447f-bb6e-1f195d8169c9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d13f59b-9bec-447f-bb6e-1f195d8169c9
  22nd January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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