---
title: "Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening April 2026)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067a87"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067a87.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-17"
---

# Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening April 2026)

Buyer: EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067a87

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## Summary

East Dunbartonshire Council is reopening its flexible framework for Early Learning and Childcare, inviting new submissions to enhance its nursery services offerings. This reopens as of April 2026 and will see participation through an open procedure. The framework, originally advertised under reference EDC/2023/3838, invites qualified providers in the pre-school education services sector to apply. The project is focused on the East Dunbartonshire region and is in the tender stage with an important submission deadline set for 1 May 2026. This initiative aims to expand and strengthen the region's early learning services.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in pre-school education services. Firms with the capability to deliver quality learning and childcare services could find this tender appealing, especially those that value framework agreements that allow continuous entry over the contract period. With a strong emphasis on both quality and economic suitability, businesses adept at clear documentation and possessing robust financial vetting can potentially thrive. Additionally, this procurement process supports electronic submissions, streamlining participation for tech-savvy organisations looking to expand their footprint in early childhood education within the UK market.

## Notice

The provision of 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067742-2026 |
| 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Unsuccessful |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKINTILLOCH |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G66 1TJ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire |
| Local authority | East Dunbartonshire |
| Electoral ward | Lenzie and Kirkintilloch South |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Dunbartonshire |
| Delivery location | TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80110000 - Pre-school education services

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 11:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067742-2026
- 1 Apr 2026 at 10:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030256-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:000019-2024:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00225

## Provenance

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