--- title: "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (Accredited and Core Professional Learning)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0295cf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0295cf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0295cf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0295cf.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2021-02-25" --- # Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (Accredited and Core Professional Learning) Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0295cf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0295cf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0295cf.json) ## Summary Aberdeenshire Council is seeking providers for a Framework Agreement titled "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (Accredited and Core Professional Learning)." This active tender falls under the education and training services industry category, targeting Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire regions. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure, and the submission deadline is set for 31 March 2021, at 12:00 PM. This contract involves various lots, including core professional learning courses and accredited training programs aligned with Scottish Qualification Authority standards. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with expertise in early childhood education, health and safety training, and professional development awards. Companies that can deliver accredited qualifications or have the necessary regulatory approvals, such as from the SQA or other relevant bodies, would be well-positioned to compete. The successful tenderers will play a crucial role in enhancing the skills and qualifications of the ELC workforce in the region, potentially leading to long-term contracts and partnerships with local authorities. ## Notice Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council require a suite of various Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA)/SSSC accredited and core professional learning courses. Accredited courses at Scottish Qualification Framework Credits (SCQF) levels 6, 7 & 9 including: - Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) in Social Services (Children and Young People) and Play Work in line with the relevant SQA (or equivalent) guidance for assessment of candidates. - Batchelor of Arts (BA) in Childhood Practice (work based, distance learning) - Professional Development Award (PDA) in Childhood Practice (Level 9 - work based, taught) Core Professional Learning in: - A range of Health and Safety work-based courses where content must be as set down by the appropriate approval/awarding body (for example, Royal Environmental Health Institute for Scotland (REHIS). Courses must also include the approving bodies assessment as part of the course where relevant. - Outdoor Learning - both ELC curriculum based, ecology, environment, and engaging children approaches. - A range of professional learning in child protection for different levels of the ELC workforce. ### Lot Information Lot 1: SQA regulated and SSSC approved work-based/day release awards Successful tenderers must be able to deliver all courses within this lot: SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) (SSCYP) SCQF Level 6 SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) (SSCYP) SCQF Level 7 PDA in Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 9 SCQF credit 'backfilling' - please provide a price list of typically associated modules of various SCQF levels Lot 2: SQA Accredited worked based leadership award Tenderers must be able to deliver all of the following courses within the lot: SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) (SSCYP) SCQF Level 9 SCQF credit 'backfilling' - please provide a price list of typically associated modules at various SCQF Levels Lot 3: SQA Accredited work-based awards in Play Work Successful tenderers must be able to deliver all courses for this particular lot as below: SVQ Playwork SCQF Level 6 SVQ Playwork SCQF Level 7 SVQ Playwork SCQF Level 9 Lot 4: University work-based distance learning degree Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following course as part of this lot: BA in Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 9 Lot 5: Core Health and Safety Training Successful tenderers must be able to deliver all courses within each lot as a minimum: Lot 5: Core Health and Safety Training Courses Required: Elementary Food Hygiene (REHIS or equivalent) Food Hygiene Refresher (REHIS or equivalent) Infection control and Blood Borne Viruses (REHIS or equivalent Lot 6: Core Health and Safety Training (with required practical elements) Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following courses, as a minimum, for this lot: Lot 6: Core Health and Safety Training (with required practical elements) Courses Required: Emergency First Aid at Work (Paediatric Focus) Object Handling (in an ELC setting) Benefit/Risk Assessment (in ELC) Lot 7: Core Child Protection professional learning Successful tendered must be able to deliver the following courses, as a minimum, for this lot: Lot 7: Core Child Protection professional learning Courses Required: Introduction to Child Protection Child protection refresher Designated Child Protection Officer Training Lot 8: Outdoor Learning and the ELC curriculum Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following course: Lot 8: Outdoor Learning and the ELC curriculum Course Required: Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning Lot 9: Non-curriculum based outdoor learning Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following courses for this lot: Lot 9: Non-curriculum based outdoor learning Course Required: Ecology, environment, and engaging children Lot 10: Core occupational standards and policy/guidance learning Successful tenderers must be able to deliver the following courses for this lot: Lot 10: Core occupational standards and policy/guidance learning Course Required: Health and Social Care Standards: My support, My life Pre-birth to three: Positive outcomes for Scotland's children and families ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003793-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Feb 2021 | | Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 25 Feb 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,300,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Cancelled | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB16 5GB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 25 Feb 2021 at 13:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003793-2021 - 24 Feb 2021 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003687-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk - http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf - http://www.publiccontractscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00232 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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