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CC14677 - Early Learning and Childcare - Re-opening of Framework CC13109

West Lothian Council

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27 Feb 2026 at 10:11

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28 Nov 2025 at 14:42

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29 Aug 2025 at 09:24

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Summary of the contracting process

West Lothian Council is aiming to re-open its Flexible Framework for Early Learning and Childcare services titled CC14677. This tender falls under the industry category of pre-school education services, specifically targeting services within the Livingston area (region UKM78). The procurement is in the tender stage, with submissions accepted electronically until 27th March 2026, 12:00 PM. The use of an open procedure allows a maximum of 40 participants within a framework agreement. Interested service providers should be registered with the Care Inspectorate and meet National Standards criteria of 'Good or Above'. The bid's validity lasts for 90 days as outlined in the tender submission terms.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in childcare services and early education. It is an excellent avenue for growth, particularly for providers who meet the stringent standards required by the Scottish Government's 'Follows the Child' initiative. Providers with established quality services capable of sustaining good gradings and possessing the requisite registrations will find this framework advantageous. The procurement methodology and adherence to quality and price in equal measure illustrate potential for business expansion. The contract includes the possibility of renewal, adding long-term stability for those awarded, thus widening avenues for business continuity and client network growth within the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CC14677 - Early Learning and Childcare - Re-opening of Framework CC13109

Notice Description

West Lothian Council intend re-opening The Flexible Framework for Early Learning and Childcare services (contract reference CC13109) to new entrants.

Lot Information

Lot 1

West Lothian Council intend to re-open flexible framework for early learning and childcare services (Contract Reference CC13109) to new entrants. This requirement follows Scottish Government Follows the Child and providers will need to have National Standards gradings of good or above and be registered wit the Care Inspectorate as a Day Care of Children or a Childminding Service Please note that there is no requirement for providers who have been appointed to framework CC13109 or any other time whereby the framework has been re-opened to competition to re-apply. The council will be using the allowable flexibilities of the Light Touch Regime and this is detailed within the Invitation to Tender e.g. re-opening to new entrants. Additional information: Service providers awarded to Early Learning and Childcare Framework CC13109 or any subsequent re-opening do not need to apply to join.

Renewal: At the sole discretion of the council, this contract may be extended for a period of a further 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058ff6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017726-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
In accordance with provisions 74 - 76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 for the Award of contracts for social and other specific services, the council may re-open this Flexible Framework to other providers at quarterly intervals after contract commencement in August 2024 and new service providers will be able to apply to be appointed to the Flexible Framework.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
West Lothian Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 6FF
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM14 West Lothian
Delivery Location
TLM78 West Lothian
Local Authority
West Lothian
Electoral Ward
Livingston South
Westminster Constituency
Livingston

Further Information

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