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title: "Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000602437"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2020-02-13"
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# Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement

Buyer: SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000602437

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Shetland Islands Council, seeking applications for the "Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement" aimed at providing Early Learning and Childcare 1140 Hours Funded Providers. This project falls under the services category and is located in the UKM66 region. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the submission deadline having previously been extended to 3pm on 4th December 2019. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, with contracts recently signed on 20th January 2020, which include an allocation of £1,200,000 for Private, Voluntary, and Independent Settings, and £400,000 for Childminders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in early childhood education and care. Businesses such as preschools, childcare providers, and childminding services are well positioned to compete, particularly those that meet the selection criteria outlined in the framework. The inclusive nature of this framework allows multiple suppliers to join, fostering a competitive environment that benefits local childcare providers and supports growth in the early learning sector.

## Notice

Applications are being sought for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare 1140 Hours Funded Providers.

### Lot Information

Private, Voluntary and Independent Settings

The Flexible Framework is a two-stage procedure. In the initial setup stage, all service providers who meet the Selection Criteria and who are not excluded are admitted to the Flexible Framework. There is no limit on the number of suppliers that may join the Framework. Procurement of social and other specific services in accordance with Section 7 (Regulations 74-76) Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. Link to 'Funding Follows the Child' Guidance: https://www.gov.scot/publications/funding-follows-child-national-standard-early-learning-childcare-providers-frequently-asked-questions-local-authorities-providers/

Childminders

The Flexible Framework is a two-stage procedure. In the initial setup stage, all service providers who meet the Selection Criteria and who are not excluded are admitted to the Flexible Framework. There is no limit on the number of suppliers that may join the Framework. Procurement of social and other specific services in accordance with Section 7 (Regulations 74-76) Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. Link to 'Funding Follows the Child' Guidance: https://www.gov.scot/publications/funding-follows-child-national-standard-early-learning-childcare-providers-frequently-asked-questions-local-authorities-providers/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380809 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,600,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | LERWICK |
| Post town | Lerwick |
| Postcode | ZE1 0LZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Shetland Islands |
| Electoral ward | Lerwick North and Bressay |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM66 Shetland Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | BURRA PLAYGROUP; ERNAHOUL CHILDMINDING; HAME FAE HAME; HAZEL; LERWICK PRE SCHOOL; LITTLE TIKES; PEERIE FOXES; SARAH MUNRO; SCALLOWAY PRESCHOOL; SUSAN'S CHILDCARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 80110000 - Pre-school education services
- 85312110 - Child daycare services

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380809
- 20 Nov 2019 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV373061
- 29 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT370584

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT370584&idx=7
  18th November 2019 - Guide for uploading documents to submit to the postbox.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT370584&idx=6
  4th November 2019 - Word version for ease of reference/completion
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT370584&idx=5
  4th November 2019 - Word version for ease of reference/completion
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT370584&idx=4
  31st October 2019 - ITT Letter
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT370584&idx=1
  31st October 2019 - General Information and Instructions for Applicants
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT370584&idx=2
  31st October 2019 - Part A - Applicant Information and Contractual Requirements Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT370584&idx=3
  31st October 2019 - Contract Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT370584
  Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Applications are being sought for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare 1140 Hours Funded Providers.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380809
  Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Applications are being sought for the Provision of Early Learning and Childcare 1140 Hours Funded Providers.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.shetland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000602437
- https://www.gov.scot/publications/funding-follows-child-national-standard-early-learning-childcare-providers-frequently-asked-questions-local-authorities-providers/
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/lerwick-sheriff-court

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