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title: "CC14677 - Early Learning and Childcare - Re-opening of Framework CC13109"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058ff6"
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buyer: "WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-27"
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# CC14677 - Early Learning and Childcare - Re-opening of Framework CC13109

Buyer: WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058ff6

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017726-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 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. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVINGSTON |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH54 6FF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM14 West Lothian |
| Local authority | West Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Livingston South |
| Westminster constituency | Livingston |
| Delivery location | TLM78 West Lothian |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80110000 - Pre-school education services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2026 at 10:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017726-2026
- 28 Nov 2025 at 14:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078155-2025
- 29 Aug 2025 at 08:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052270-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808059
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817065
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824793
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00140
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/

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