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title: "Resources to reflect diversity (Early Years)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000662742"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
published: "2021-08-03"
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# Resources to reflect diversity (Early Years)

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000662742

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is planning a tender titled "Resources to reflect diversity (Early Years)" aimed at procuring authentic resources that reflect the diverse society of Edinburgh. This procurement falls under the goods category, primarily focusing on early years education. The council is based in Edinburgh, UK, and the planning stage has been initiated, with potential communication regarding the notice set to occur by 1st February 2022. Interested suppliers should note that they can express their interest in future discussions to further explore this requirement, which includes a variety of culturally diverse materials.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in educational supplies, cultural resources, and children's products. Companies that specialise in fabrics, toys, games, musical instruments, and printed materials relevant to diverse cultures would be particularly well-suited to compete. This initiative not only aims to enhance early years education but also to promote inclusivity, thereby providing a platform for businesses to contribute positively while expanding their market reach.

## Notice

The City of Edinburgh Council Early Years are looking for authentic resources reflecting our diverse society.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council Early Years are looking for authentic resources reflecting our diverse society, including a wide variety of fabrics from around the world for dressing up, craft, displays etc; children's toys and games made with culturally diverse materials; musical instruments from around the world; jigsaws reflecting contemporary families; printed/written materials appropriate for young children using a variety of scripts and languages. At this point we would welcome if suppliers could note interest if they would be willing to be contacted in the future to discuss this requirement further with a view to supporting Early Years to develop our understanding of this market.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423183 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Feb 2022 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| 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

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials
- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 18400000 - Special clothing and accessories
- 19200000 - Textile fabrics and related items
- 37000000 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 37520000 - Toys
- 39162110 - Teaching supplies

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423183

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423183
  Resources to reflect diversity (Early Years) - The City of Edinburgh Council Early Years are looking for authentic resources reflecting our diverse society.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000662742
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=662742

## Provenance

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