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title: "CE-176-23 - Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0426d4"
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buyer: "SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2023-12-19"
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# CE-176-23 - Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening

Buyer: SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0426d4

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## Summary

The South Ayrshire Council has initiated a tender process named CE-176-23 - Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening. This tender falls under the pre-school education services category and is located in Ayr, United Kingdom (UKM94). The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 17th August 2029. Interested parties can submit bids electronically. The South Ayrshire Council is the buying organisation, and the procurement method is an open procedure allowing for a maximum of 999 participants with a duration of up to five years for the Flexible Framework Agreement.

This tender by the South Ayrshire Council for Early Learning and Childcare services presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the pre-school education services industry. Companies offering childcare services, educational materials suppliers, and training providers specialised in early learning are well-suited to compete. The long-term nature of the Flexible Framework Agreement, combined with the active status of the tender and clear submission requirements, provides a conducive environment for business growth and development in the childcare sector.

## Notice

Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening

Renewal: one (1) period of up to twelve (12) months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037278-2023 |
| 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2029 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Yes The Flexible Framework Agreement will be open for applications continuously for a period of up to five (5) years. New entrants may be permitted to apply (and be awarded a Contract as part of the Flexible Framework) continuously. Service Providers appointed to the Flexible Framework Agreement will not be required to re-apply until the expiry of the five (5) year period. |

## 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 | SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | AYR |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA7 1DR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire |
| Local authority | South Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Ayr West |
| Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock |
| Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80110000 - Pre-school education services

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2023 at 12:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037278-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000753643
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00405
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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