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title: "Flexible Framework Agreement for Education & Social Support Services (Children & Families)"
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# Flexible Framework Agreement for Education & Social Support Services (Children & Families)

Buyer: DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000786937

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## Summary

Dundee City Council, in collaboration with Perth & Kinross Council and Angus Council, has issued a tender for a Flexible Framework Agreement for Education & Social Support Services (Children & Families). The procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the education and social support sector. The tender process is currently at the Tender stage, with interested parties required to submit their proposals electronically. The amended deadline for submissions is 12th February 2025 at 17:00, with the opening of tenders scheduled for 13th February 2025 at 08:00. The procurement method is an open procedure, aiming to establish a framework agreement valued at £4,000,000. Services will primarily be delivered in Dundee, UKM71 region.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and social support services. Companies providing services such as outdoor education, therapeutic support, external tutoring, creative engagement activities, mentoring, workshops, professional development, and family support are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this framework can lead to long-term partnerships with local authorities and access to multiple service delivery lots, each with the potential for extension. The nature of the services required means that both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and larger service providers will find avenues for growth and increased market presence through this procurement process.

## Notice

Dundee City Council are seeking Providers with the appropriate experience to prove a range of services/resources for the Children and Families (CFS) within a Flexible Framework Agreement. The service could be, but is not limited to Schools, Care Establishments and Family Support.

### Lot Information

Outdoor Education, Physical Activity and Sport

Providing a service which engages and encourages children and young people to learn through participation in activities and experiences. These may include but are not limited to outdoor learning, sport and social activities.

Renewal: The Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider

Clubs

Services which provide a club which offers a safe environment for children and young people outside of school hours. Clubs will provide activities including a social element.

Renewal: The Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

Support, Advice and Therapeutic Services

Services which provide professional assistance, guidance and support in resolving personal problems. These may include but are not limited to group and/or one to one work with children, young people or families, therapeutic services, mediation and services to promote good mental wellbeing. This may also include providing CLPL/training to staff groups or individuals.

Renewal: This Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

External Tutors/Additional Support

Providing a service where external personnel offer additional support to children and young people on a group or onto one basis. Services may include but are not limited to; resilience coaching, speech and language therapists, literacy and maths champions and Nurture Support. For clarity, individuals who provide this service will not be employed by the Council, their services will be purchased.

Renewal: The Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

Creative Engagement

Providing a service which focuses on engaging children and young people to learn through creative activities. These may include but are not limited to, music, art, drama and dance.

Renewal: This Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

Mentoring

Providing a service which focuses on the support and encouragement of children and young people to manage their own learning in order that they maximise their potential, develop their skills, improve the performance and become the person they want to be. This service may include but it is not limited to coaching, youth work and support, family support and mentorship programs.

Renewal: The Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

Workshops

Providing a service which engages children and young people on a particular subject, activity or project through discussion, performance or participation in class(s) dedicated to the project or activity. This service may include but is not limited to mindfulness, yoga, confidence building, nutrition, diversity and health and wellbeing.

Renewal: The Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

Professional Learning and Development

Providing professional learning and development opportunities to school staff, teaching and non-teaching. This service may include but is not limited to, learning related to curriculum development, classroom learning, teaching and assessment and opportunities for coaching and mentoring and leadership development.

Renewal: The Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchasers decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

Bespoke Family Support

Providing of a family support service which will provide support, advice and practical help to families experiencing difficulties in meeting their assessed needs. Interventions may be low or intensive and will be based on assessed need. This generic service is intended to provide to a range of families with children up to the age of 18 years. It is recognised that there may be occasions when this service will be appropriate for those above the set age range due to assessed need, it is anticipated these will be small in numbers and will be ratified via the formal monitoring process.

Renewal: The Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

Counselling in Schools

Providing counselling services to children aged 10+ in primary, secondary and special schools. This service will be provided by qualified, registered (BACP/COSCA) counsellors who have experience of working with children and young people, preferably with a Children and Young People Qualification,.

Renewal: The Purchaser may exercise its option to extend the Framework Agreement for up to two further periods of up to one year after the initial period. Where the Purchaser decides to take up this option it will confirm this in writing to the Provider.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523667 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum |
| 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 | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| 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 | DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | ANGUS COUNCIL; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 1QE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Angus |
| Electoral ward | Forfar and District |
| Westminster constituency | Angus and Perthshire Glens |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80100000 - Primary education services
- 80110000 - Pre-school education services
- 80200000 - Secondary education services
- 80212000 - Vocational secondary education services
- 80310000 - Youth education services
- 80340000 - Special education services
- 80500000 - Training services
- 80530000 - Vocational training services
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 85312300 - Guidance and counselling services
- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523667
- 7 Jan 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521220

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN521220&idx=1
  7th January 2025 - Invitation To Tender - Important Document - Please ensure you read thoroughly.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN521220&idx=2
  7th January 2025 - Service Description and Specification - to be completed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN521220&idx=3
  7th January 2025 - Bona Fide ts and cs 25-28 - to be completed and signed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN521220&idx=4
  7th January 2025 - Cloud Security Principles Matrix - to be completed for Lot 10 ONLY
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN521220&idx=5
  7th January 2025 - Pricing Schedule - to be completed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN521220&idx=6
  7th January 2025 - New Supplier Form - to be completed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN521220&idx=7
  7th January 2025 - Pricing Schedule Certification - to be completed
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN521220&idx=8
  7th January 2025 - Counselling in Schools Questionnaire - to be completed for LOT 10 ONLY
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN521220
  Flexible Framework Agreement for Education & Social Support Services (Children & Families) - Dundee City Council are seeking Providers with the appropriate experience to prove a range of services/resources for the Children and Families (CFS) within a Flexible Framework Agreement. The service could be, but is not limited to Schools, Care Establishments and Family Support.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.angus.gov.uk/
- http://www.dundeecity.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscoltand.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=786937
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000786937
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=786937

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