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EDC/2023/3838 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening)

East Dunbartonshire Council

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11 Jun 2026 at 14:44

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Tender

22 Mar 2024 at 11:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The East Dunbartonshire Council has concluded the procurement for the "EDC/2023/3838 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening)" project, referenced under CPV code 80110000, which pertains to pre-school education services. This procurement process, completed as of 11th June 2026, covered services within East Dunbartonshire, UKM81 region, and was conducted via an open procedure. Initially opened for tender submissions until 22nd April 2024, the framework remains flexible, allowing new applications throughout its duration, with funding placements available to those included before August 2024. The procurement was part of a framework agreement under the GPA, highlighting its endorsement by international procurement standards.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the early childhood education sector. It particularly suits small and medium enterprises (SMEs) who can provide flexible and responsive services. Companies specializing in pre-school education services have the chance to engage under a framework agreement, offering the potential for expanded service delivery and consolidation within the region. The contract favours bidders with electronic submission capabilities and underscores the importance of meeting economic and technical criteria specified in tender documents, positioning well-prepared, suitably qualified businesses for success in this competitive educational services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EDC/2023/3838 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening)

Notice Description

The provision of early learning and childcare services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Services for early learning education and childcare. Additional information: This is a flexible framework, therefore new applicants can apply at any point throughout the duration of the contract.

Options: As this is a flexible framework, applicants may apply to join at any time throughout the duration of the contract however funding placements will only be made to those who are on the framework prior to August 2024.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-044ba0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055298-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80110000 - Pre-school education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£5 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East Dunbartonshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKINTILLOCH
Postcode
G66 1TJ
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire
Delivery Location
TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond
Local Authority
East Dunbartonshire
Electoral Ward
Lenzie and Kirkintilloch South
Westminster Constituency
Mid Dunbartonshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

The Glasgow Academicals War Memorial Trust

Thrive Childcare and Education

Further Information

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