--- title: "Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers Reopening of CC13109" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000789389" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000789389" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000789389.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000789389.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-10" --- # Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers Reopening of CC13109 Buyer: WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000789389 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000789389) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000789389.json) ## Summary West Lothian Council is inviting tenders for the reopening of their Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers (Contract Reference CC13109). This process falls under the general public services category and is to take place in Livingston, specifically within the UKM78 region. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions to be made in writing through an open procedure. The tender period ends on 14th March 2025 at 12:00 PM, with contract awards starting immediately thereafter. This initiative follows a flexible framework model guided by the Scottish Government's "Follows the Child" approach, necessitating providers to meet National Standards with at least a 'Good' rating from the Care Inspectorate. This tender offers significant opportunities for private ELC providers who are looking to expand their services and clientele through a structured and governmental framework. Eligible businesses include those registered as Day Care of Children Services or Childminding Services, having already achieved or capable of achieving the required quality standards. Participation in this framework not only provides consistent business through government contracts but also enhances the credibility and trustworthiness of the providers within the community. With the potential for renewal and inclusion in future openings, this tender is a lucrative prospect for service providers dedicated to high-quality early learning and childcare. ## 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 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.. 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=FEB523588 | | 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 | 10 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2025 | | 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 - 10 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523588 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523588 Early Learning and Childcare Funded Placements with Private ELC Providers Reopening of 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-r6ebe6-0000789389 - 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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