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title: "For the provision of an Ofsted Inspection Readiness Programme for Childminders"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-93e5ab06-addf-436a-bc5a-2440f656220a"
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buyer: "OLDHAM COUNCIL"
published: "2019-09-05"
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# For the provision of an Ofsted Inspection Readiness Programme for Childminders

Buyer: OLDHAM COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-93e5ab06-addf-436a-bc5a-2440f656220a

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## Summary

The Oldham Council is seeking tenders for an "Ofsted Inspection Readiness Programme for Childminders," aimed at enhancing the quality of early education provided by childminders in the North West of England. This open procurement process has a tender period that concludes on 23 September 2019, with an estimated contract value of £45,000. The contract period is set to commence on 1 October 2019 and will last for one year, ending on 30 September 2020. This procurement falls under the industry category of child daycare services, specifically targeting compliance with Ofsted standards.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in childcare services or training programmes aimed at childcare providers. Businesses that offer consultancy, training, or resources to enhance childcare practices would find this contract particularly relevant. Engaging in this programme could lead to long-term partnerships with the Oldham Council and broader access to the childcare sector within the region, thereby fostering business growth and visibility.

## Notice

Oldham is committed to working with childminders to ensure that all children receive high quality early education and that all childminders are judged to be at least 'good' or above by Ofsted.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cecda7ec-ce1b-4d51-8b49-23ee3b277715 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Sep 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OLDHAM COUNCIL |
| Locality | OLDHAM |
| Post town | Oldham |
| Postcode | OL1 1UH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD37 Greater Manchester North East |
| Local authority | Oldham |
| Electoral ward | St Mary's |
| Westminster constituency | Oldham East and Saddleworth |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312110 - Child daycare services
- 85312120 - Daycare services for handicapped children and young people

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2019 at 14:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cecda7ec-ce1b-4d51-8b49-23ee3b277715

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cecda7ec-ce1b-4d51-8b49-23ee3b277715
  5th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.oldham.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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