--- title: "CC13910 - Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers - Re-opening of Framework CC13109" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL" published: "2024-11-14" --- # CC13910 - Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers - Re-opening of Framework CC13109 Buyer: WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263.json) ## Summary West Lothian Council is inviting tenders for the re-opening of the flexible framework for early learning and childcare services (contract reference CC13109). The tender, titled "CC13910 - Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers - Re-opening of Framework CC13109," falls under the general public services category and covers the UKM78 region, specifically in Livingston. The current procurement stage is Tender, with key dates including the tender period ending on 16th December 2024 and the award period starting on the same date. The procurement method is open, allowing for electronic and written submissions through the provided platform. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in early learning and childcare services looking to expand their service offerings or enter new markets. The framework re-opening aligns with the Scottish Government's guidelines and requires providers to meet specified National Standards with good or above ratings. This opportunity is ideal for experienced childcare providers who can meet these standards, as well as new market entrants seeking to establish themselves in the sector. Businesses can secure a place in a flexible framework that supports consistent service demand and can contribute to long-term growth and stability. ## 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. Please note that there is no requirement for providers who have been appointed to framework CC13109 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, reduced timescales for tender return.. 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 | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518286 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 | 14 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2024 | | 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 - 14 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518286 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518286 CC13910 - Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers - Re-opening of Framework CC13109 - West Lothian Council intend re-opening The Flexible Framework for Early Learning and Childcare services (contract reference CC13109) to new entrants. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000783263 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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