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title: "Flexible Framework for Early Learning & Childcare Services in North Lanarkshire 2023-2027 - ENTRY POINT 4"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000808165"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "North Lanarkshire Council"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# Flexible Framework for Early Learning & Childcare Services in North Lanarkshire 2023-2027 - ENTRY POINT 4

Buyer: North Lanarkshire Council  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000808165

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## Summary

North Lanarkshire Council is managing a procurement process for its "Flexible Framework for Early Learning & Childcare Services in North Lanarkshire 2023-2027 - ENTRY POINT 4". The framework aims to supplement the internal provision of childcare services within the North Lanarkshire region (UKM84). This is the final entry point for providers not currently on the framework to join, with the existing framework set to conclude on 31 July 2027. The procurement uses an open procedure for tendering, with the tender period culminating on 30 September 2025. The Council will require tenderers to comply with Minimum Requirements set within the PCSTender platform, including responses to specific qualification and technical questions. This stage has seen involvement from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) awarded active contracts valued at £60 million, reflecting a significant investment in public services.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in early learning and childcare services. Organisations that are compliant with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme, registered with the Care Inspectorate, and capable of maintaining standards as per regulatory guidance are well-positioned to compete. The flexible framework allows providers the chance to establish themselves in a service area identified by Police Scotland as at risk of infiltration by serious and organised crime groups, underscoring the importance of robust security and service integrity. Additionally, community benefits are part of the requirements, which could provide further value to participating businesses looking to expand their footprint in public services. Businesses on the framework will benefit from exposure to parental choice-driven call-offs, enhancing their service reach throughout North Lanarkshire.

## Notice

The Council already have a Framework in place to secure external providers who can supplement the Council's internal early learning and childcare provision. This notice is for Entry Point 4, which is applicable for any potential Provider and/or setting that is not already on the Framework. . The original Framework was set up for 4 years, with included annual entry points to allow new Providers to apply to join the Framework, this would enable the Council to maintain capacity and choice. .

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Invitation to Tender ("ITT") pack is accessible (and downloadable) from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T system outlines the requirements and objectives of this framework. . Service delivery must be carried out in accordance with the information provided within this Contract Notice, the ITT Document and the Council's Framework Agreement.. PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550755 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000,000 |
| Lots value | £60,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £60,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | North Lanarkshire Council |
| Locality | MOTHERWELL |
| Postcode area | Motherwell |
| Postcode | ML1 1AB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM34 North Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | North Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | Motherwell South East and Ravenscraig |
| Westminster constituency | Motherwell, Wishaw and Carluke |
| Delivery location | TLM84 North Lanarkshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | Carol’s Childminding; heather mccoll childminding; Kirsty's Childminding Service; Mama Murphy's |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 80110000 - Pre-school education services
- 85312110 - Child daycare services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550755
- 26 Aug 2025 at 01:00 - Tender - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537703

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537703
  Flexible Framework for Early Learning & Childcare Services in North Lanarkshire 2023-2027 - ENTRY POINT 4 - The Council already have a Framework in place to secure external providers who can supplement the Council's internal early learning and childcare provision. This notice is for Entry Point 4, which is applicable for any potential Provider and/or setting that is not already on the Framework. . The original Framework was set up for 4 years, with included annual entry points to allow new Providers to apply to join the Framework, this would enable the Council to maintain capacity and choice. .
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550755
  Flexible Framework for Early Learning & Childcare Services in North Lanarkshire 2023-2027 - ENTRY POINT 4 - The Council already have a Framework in place to secure external providers who can supplement the Council's internal early learning and childcare provision. This notice is for Entry Point 4, which is applicable for any potential Provider and/or setting that is not already on the Framework. . The original Framework was set up for 4 years, with included annual entry points to allow new Providers to apply to join the Framework, this would enable the Council to maintain capacity and choice. .

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk
- http://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808165
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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