---
title: "Creche Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0353ec"
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current_stage: "Tender"
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# Creche Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0353ec

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## Summary

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) is currently conducting a tender for the establishment, operation, and management of a crèche service located at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. This contract, categorised under child daycare services, is at the tender stage, which will conclude on 22nd August 2022, with the contract period expected to start on 13th October 2022 and run through to 12th April 2028, subject to two potential 12-month extensions. The procurement follows an open procedure, with submissions required to meet specified minimum requirements concerning both payment timeliness to suppliers and cyber security standards.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in childcare services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and third-sector organisations. Businesses that can demonstrate compliance with the Care Inspectorate's standards, possess relevant experience, and meet the associated community benefit requirements will be well-positioned to compete. The contract encourages community engagement, offering bidders the chance to implement initiatives that support the local economy, employ disadvantaged individuals, and offer work placements to students, enhancing their business profile while contributing positively to the community.

## Notice

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to establish, operate and manage a creche service appropriate for the needs and interests of children aged between six weeks and five years old on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at its building in Edinburgh.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to establish, operate and manage an on-site creche Service appropriate for the needs and interests of children aged between 6 weeks to 5 years old on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The Contractor shall be required to maintain the Registration of the creche with the Care Inspectorate throughout the duration of the contract.

Renewal: Two 12 month optional extensions at the sole discretion of the SPCB.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019780-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Oct 2022 - 12 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | New procurement process will commence in 2028. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH99 1SP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312110 - Child daycare services

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2022 at 13:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019780-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.creditsafe.com/products/business-credit-reports/
- http://www.parliament.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000699000
- https://cyberassessment.gov.scot
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10284
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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