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title: "Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening February 2026)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823425"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-16"
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# Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening February 2026)

Buyer: EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823425

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## Summary

East Dunbartonshire Council is administering the procurement process for the "Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening February 2026)" tender, focusing on the provision of learning and childcare services. This tender falls under the services category and is located in East Dunbartonshire, UKM81. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, originally closing on 6th March 2026, with an updated deadline now extended to 25th March 2026. This open procedure allows electronic submissions and will commence the award period immediately after the new deadline. Interested parties are encouraged to review the tender documents carefully to ensure compliance with submission criteria and performance terms.

Businesses specialising in early learning and childcare services have an opportunity to grow by competing in this tender. The flexible framework approach means new applicants can join at any time during the contract's duration, making it ideal for nurseries looking to expand their reach within East Dunbartonshire. This tender is suitable for providers with strong qualifications and experience in this sector. With an open procurement method and a clear emphasis on electronic submissions, it's an accessible opportunity for businesses aiming to establish or strengthen their presence in the region. The maximum participants allowed under the framework agreement is 30, offering ample scope for newly qualified businesses to participate and benefit from this contract.

## Notice

The provision of learning and childcare services.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Services for early learning education and childcare.. 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 | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551737 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum |
| 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 | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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

- 16 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551737
- 12 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549451
- 12 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549448

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549448
  Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening February 2026) - The provision of learning and childcare services.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=823425
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823425
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=823425

## Provenance

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