--- title: "Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening April 2026)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-17" --- # Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening April 2026) Buyer: EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261.json) ## Summary East Dunbartonshire Council is seeking submissions to augment its existing Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework for Nurseries with new entrants for tender ID EDC/2023/3838. The procurement involves the provision of education and childcare services within East Dunbartonshire and is classified under the "services" category. Located in Kirkintilloch, this tender has proceeded to the reopening phase as a flexible framework, allowing qualified providers to apply without disrupting the current setup. The procurement employs an open procedure, and submissions were previously accepted until 1st May 2026 through electronic methods. Although previously declared unsuccessful, the initiative underscores the strategic reopening to solicit fresh entries under similar terms. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for education service providers, particularly those specialising in early learning and childcare. The framework’s flexibility offers a conducive environment for businesses eager to engage in long-term projects, with the scope to provide substantial services under a recognised regional authority. Companies that have demonstrated strong service quality and economic stability stand a good chance of succeeding in this framework. The requirement for financial vetting and criterion-based assessment ensures that only suitably qualified and experienced providers enter the framework, providing stable opportunities for those meeting the necessary thresholds. ## 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=JUL560415 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 17 Jul 2026 | | 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 | Unsuccessful | | Lots status | Unsuccessful | | Awards status | Unsuccessful | | 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 - 17 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560415 - 1 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553012 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR553012&idx=6 1st April 2026 - Forms of Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR553012&idx=5 1st April 2026 - Financial Vetting Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR553012&idx=4 1st April 2026 - Terms and Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR553012&idx=3 1st April 2026 - Checklist - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR553012&idx=2 1st April 2026 - Applicant Information Form - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR553012&idx=1 1st April 2026 - Instructions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553012 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening April 2026) - The provision of learning and childcare services. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560415 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening April 2026) - The provision of learning and childcare services. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000828261 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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