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title: "EDC/2023/3939 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Childminders)(Reopening February 2026)"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-16"
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# EDC/2023/3939 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Childminders)(Reopening February 2026)

Buyer: EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823437

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## Summary

East Dunbartonshire Council is reopening its Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework specifically for childminders under the tender reference EDC/2023/3939, within the services category. The procurement process, which has been tagged as a tender update, is set in East Dunbartonshire, region UKM81, with Kirkintilloch being a key locality. The council is utilizing an open procedure in line with its legal obligations set out in the procurement framework. Key deadlines include the submission period end now extended to 25 March 2026, with tenders being opened on the same day at Southbank Marina. The council, operating from its Civic & Corporate Headquarters in Kirkintilloch, seeks to enhance its childcare provisions leveraging a flexible framework model allowing new entrants while maintaining ongoing operations by existing members.

This tender offers a robust opportunity for childminders and organisations specialising in early learning services to join a dynamic framework in a growing sector. Business growth can be fostered by becoming part of East Dunbartonshire Council’s scheme, benefiting from a contract period of nearly four years. The framework agreement allows up to 20 participants, with newcomers welcomed to apply via electronic submissions, underpinning ease of access for potential contractors. Suitable businesses should possess the requisite experience and qualifications integral to early years education, with a responsive approach to electronic invoicing and payments. Providers equipped to deliver innovative childcare solutions in East Dunbartonshire can leverage this procurement to expand their regional presence and engage with local authorities to amplify their service offerings.

## Notice

The provision of early learning and childcare services.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of early learning and childcare services.. This is a flexible framework, therefore new applicants can apply at any point throughout the duration of the contract. Providers who are already on the framework do not need to apply again.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551741 |
| 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 | 18 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=MAR551741
- 12 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549449

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549449
  EDC/2023/3939 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Childminders)(Reopening February 2026) - The provision of early learning and childcare services.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=823437
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823437
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=823437

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