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title: "CE-176-23 - Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000753643"
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current_stage: "Tender"
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-r6ebe6-0000753643

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## Summary

The South Ayrshire Council has published a tender titled "CE-176-23 - Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening" in the services category. The tender is in the Tender stage and has a deadline for submissions on 17th August 2029. The buying organisation can be contacted at procurement@south-ayrshire.gov.uk or +44 3001230900. The location of the procurement is in Ayr, UK. For more details, visit the procurement page at http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/.

This tender presents an opportunity for service providers in the early learning and childcare industry to compete for a Framework Agreement lasting up to five years. Businesses interested in providing flexible childcare services should consider bidding for this opportunity, which allows for continuous applications and possible renewals. The procurement process involves an open procedure and electronic submission methods. Potential bidders should ensure compliance with the specified criteria outlined in the procurement documents for suitability and bid validity period.

## 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 | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495175 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495175

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495175
  CE-176-23 - Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening - Funded Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework Agreement - Re-opening

## Notice URLs

- http://
- 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.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

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