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title: "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (SQA and SSSC) - Approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051229"
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buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-13"
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# Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services (SQA and SSSC) - Approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning

Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051229

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## Summary

Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council are seeking tenders for a Framework Agreement focused on the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services, targeting SQA and SSSC-approved qualifications alongside core professional learning. This procurement, classified under education and training services, is conducted via an open procedure, inviting submissions until midday on 12th June 2025. The project, located in the Aberdeen region (UKM50), relates to public education services, aiming to set up a framework agreement over a complete duration of 1,080 days. Potential tenderers can submit bids for one or more of the twelve available lots, with the procurement aiming to address regional needs and align with public service enhancement goals.

This tender presents substantial business growth prospects, especially for those skilled in delivering accredited educational programmes and professional learning services. Companies experienced in providing early learning and childcare educational services will find this opportunity particularly attractive due to the focus on approved Scottish qualifications. The framework agreement allows for multiple participants, offering flexibility and the potential for recurring engagements throughout its duration. With an emphasis on community benefits, the procurement also encourages suppliers to incorporate social value initiatives, further appealing to businesses committed to contributing positively to local communities.

## Notice

Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council require a range of Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA and SSSC) accredited and core professional learning courses. Consequently, they are seeking tenders for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services Framework Agreement - Approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning. The Councils have split this tender opportunity into twelve separate lots under two different categories (SQA and SSSC approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning). Tenders may be submitted for one or more lots. For more information, please refer to the invitation to tender documentation.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council invite tenders for the Provision of a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Training Services. The Councils have split this tender opportunity into twelve separate Lots under two different categories (SQA and SSSC approved Qualifications and Core Professional Learning) . Tenders may be submitted for one or more/all lots. For more information, please refer to the invitation to tender documentation.

Renewal: As per documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020908-2025 |
| 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 | 13 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## 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 | 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
- 80110000 - Pre-school education services

## Release History

- 13 May 2025 at 14:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020908-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000798575
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=798575
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00232
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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