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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

Awarded to Aberlour Child Care Trust, Cairn Training (Aberdeen) Ltd, Dundee and Angus College +7 more

University of Aberdeen(buyer)

Published
Published 13 May 2025
Deadline
Closed 12 June 2025
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Overview

Aberdeenshire Council and Aberdeen City Council awarded a framework agreement worth £16 million on 14 April 2026 for the provision of Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) accredited early learning and childcare training services, split across twelve lots covering approved qualifications and core professional learning. Ten suppliers were selected: Aberlour Child Care Trust, Cairn Training (Aberdeen) Ltd, Dundee and Angus College, Eastlin Ltd, Grampian Training Services, Kate Hookham T/a Do Learn, Lorndale Aberdeen Ltd, Mitchell & Murdoch Care Ltd, North East Scotland College, and University of Aberdeen.

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Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
Published
13 May 2025
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Education and training servicesPre-school education services

Award outcome

Awarded value
£16,000,000
Award date
14 April 2026
Contract period
— → 29 March 2029
Winners
  • Aberlour Child Care Trust
  • Cairn Training (Aberdeen) Ltd
  • Dundee and Angus College
  • Eastlin Ltd
  • Grampian Training Services
  • Kate Hookham T/a Do Learn
  • Lorndale Aberdeen Ltd (Great Western Assessment & Training Centre)
  • Mitchell & Murdoch Care Ltd.
  • North East Scotland College
  • University of Aberdeen

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