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EDC/2023/3939 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Childminders)(Reopening February 2026)

East Dunbartonshire Council

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TenderUpdate

16 Mar 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Dunbartonshire Council is reopening its Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework specifically for childminders under the tender reference EDC/2023/3939, within the services category. The procurement process, which has been tagged as a tender update, is set in East Dunbartonshire, region UKM81, with Kirkintilloch being a key locality. The council is utilizing an open procedure in line with its legal obligations set out in the procurement framework. Key deadlines include the submission period end now extended to 25 March 2026, with tenders being opened on the same day at Southbank Marina. The council, operating from its Civic & Corporate Headquarters in Kirkintilloch, seeks to enhance its childcare provisions leveraging a flexible framework model allowing new entrants while maintaining ongoing operations by existing members.

This tender offers a robust opportunity for childminders and organisations specialising in early learning services to join a dynamic framework in a growing sector. Business growth can be fostered by becoming part of East Dunbartonshire Council’s scheme, benefiting from a contract period of nearly four years. The framework agreement allows up to 20 participants, with newcomers welcomed to apply via electronic submissions, underpinning ease of access for potential contractors. Suitable businesses should possess the requisite experience and qualifications integral to early years education, with a responsive approach to electronic invoicing and payments. Providers equipped to deliver innovative childcare solutions in East Dunbartonshire can leverage this procurement to expand their regional presence and engage with local authorities to amplify their service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EDC/2023/3939 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Childminders)(Reopening February 2026)

Notice Description

The provision of early learning and childcare services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of early learning and childcare services.. This is a flexible framework, therefore new applicants can apply at any point throughout the duration of the contract. Providers who are already on the framework do not need to apply again.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823437
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551741
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

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
16 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

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