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

EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Tender

22 Mar 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by East Dunbartonshire Council, involves a tender titled "EDC/2023/3838 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening)," focused on services in the education sector. This procurement falls under the category of early learning and childcare services, with an open procurement method allowing for new applicants throughout the contract's duration. Located in East Dunbartonshire, the contract's award stage is complete, with relevant parties such as Thrive Childcare and Education and The Glasgow Academicals War Memorial Trust involved as suppliers. The contract commenced on 1st July 2024, and although the framework remains flexible with applications allowed at any time, funding placements will only be accessible to those enlisted on the framework by August 2024.

This tender presents a valuable business opportunity for service providers within the education sector, particularly those focusing on early learning and childcare. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer high-quality, adaptable childcare services are particularly well-placed to benefit from this opportunity, given the open nature of the contract allowing continuous application. The framework agreement provides a chance to secure a stable client relationship with East Dunbartonshire Council, while the criteria highlight the importance of demonstrating economic stability through financial vetting documentation. Potential suppliers must ensure capability in electronic submissions, as adherence to these digital processes is required.

How relevant is this notice?

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.. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000761822
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557824
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKINTILLOCH
Postcode
G66 1TJ
Post Town
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

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