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Renfrewshire Council has initiated an active tender process for establishing a Flexible Framework for Early Learning and Childcare Places, under the CPV classification of "Child daycare services". The framework aims to serve the Renfrewshire area, offering childcare by independent and third-sector providers to supplement council services. The tender reference is RC-CPU-25-008.

The procurement process is open and falls under the regulations applicable to Social and Other Specific Services. The framework will have an initial period of four years starting from 7th April 2026, with the possibility of three one-year extensions. Noteworthy dates include a tender submission deadline on 9th October 2025, and online tender training sessions scheduled for 17th September 2025.

This Flexible Framework provides excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in child daycare services, particularly those registered with the Care Inspectorate as either Child Day Care Providers or Childminders. It benefits providers by allowing them to participate in a multi-provider framework, where they can be considered for commissioned places, although no guaranteed level of spend is assured. Providers new to the framework can be admitted throughout the contract term, making it attractive for both established and emerging companies.

With the emphasis on community benefits and flexible entry for new participants, this framework encourages long-term growth potential, enabling businesses to expand their services within the public sector in Renfrewshire.

Notice Description

Renfrewshire Council is seeking to establish a multi-Provider Flexible Framework Agreement (Flexible Framework) for Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) Places. The Council is seeking to procure the service of local Providers in respect of the future provision of early learning and childcare places within the Renfrewshire Council Area in addition to and to supplement the service provided at Council premises. This will allow the Council flexibility to offer Parents and Carers (including kinship carers) a choice of Provider for the funded ELC entitlement via a Council owned and managed nursery or from an independent or third sector Provider. It is anticipated that the Flexible Framework will be for a period of 4 years with the option to extend for up to 12 months on 3 separate occasions, subject to satisfactory operation and performance. It is anticipated that the Flexible Framework will start on the 7th April 2026 and will expire on the 6th April 2030. Should all extension options be taken, the End Date will be the 6th April 2033. In the event that the Flexible Framework does not start on 7th April 2026, the Flexible Framework will start on the Commencement Date as stated in the Letter of Acceptance. Providers' successful in obtaining a place on the Flexible Framework may have an Appointed Date which differs from the Commencement Date. The length of any Commissioned Place made under this Flexible Framework will be stated in the relevant Commissioned Place. A Commissioned Place may expire after the Flexible Framework End Date. Tenderers should note there is no guaranteed level of spend for any Commissioned Place awarded under the Flexible Framework; there is also no guarantee of payment being made to a Provider solely by appointment to the Flexible Framework. A flexible approach has been designed which will allow New Entrants to apply to be on the Flexible Framework.

Lot Information2 Lots

1Registered Childminder

Active

The Tender Procedure shall be conducted in accordance with an above Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) Threshold as an Open procedure relating to Services under Schedule 3 - Social and Other Specific Services of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The scope of Services to be provided by a Provider under this Flexible Framework falls within the definition of a Chapter 3 Section 7 "Social and Other Specific Service" of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, as amended (Regulations) and therefore the Flexible Framework is not subject to the full requirements of the aforementioned Regulations. A flexible approach has been designed which will allow New Entrants to apply to be on the Flexible Framework throughout the Period of Contract. The Council is seeking to establish a multi-Provider Flexible Framework Agreement. The Council will call off from the Flexible Framework and invites responses to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) for a place on this Flexible Framework from suitably qualified Providers. Tenderers should note there is no guaranteed level of spend for any Commissioned Place awarded under the Flexible Framework; there is also no guarantee of payment being made to a Provider solely by appointment to the Flexible Framework. Additional information: Tenderers must accept the Price as detailed in the Tender Documents. Tenderers must meet the selection criteria as detailed in this Contract Notice and also meet the required technical criteria as detailed in the Tender Documents.

2Registered Child Day Care Providers

Active

The Tender Procedure shall be conducted in accordance with an above Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) Threshold as an Open procedure relating to Services under Schedule 3 - Social and Other Specific Services of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The scope of Services to be provided by a Provider under this Flexible Framework falls within the definition of a Chapter 3 Section 7 "Social and Other Specific Service" of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, as amended (Regulations) and therefore the Flexible Framework is not subject to the full requirements of the aforementioned Regulations. A flexible approach has been designed which will allow New Entrants to apply to be on the Flexible Framework throughout the Period of Contract. The Council is seeking to establish a multi-Provider Flexible Framework Agreement. The Council will call off from the Flexible Framework and invites responses to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) for a place on this Flexible Framework from suitably qualified Providers. Tenderers should note there is no guaranteed level of spend for any Commissioned Place awarded under the Flexible Framework; there is also no guarantee of payment being made to a Provider solely by appointment to the Flexible Framework. Additional information: Tenderers must accept the Price as detailed in the Tender Documents. Tenderers must meet the selection criteria as detailed in this Contract Notice and also meet the required technical criteria as detailed in the Tender Documents.

Procurement Classification

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Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-054460

Publication Source

Find A Tender Service

Notice Type

Planning Notice

Procurement Type

Framework

Procurement Category

Services

Procurement Method

Open

Awardee Scale

Not specified

Current Stage

Tender

Contract Values

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Tender Value

£125,000,000

Lots Value

Not specified

Awards Value

Not specified

Contracts Value

Not specified

Contract duration information not available.

Key Dates

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Planning

06 Jun 2025 at 11:37

Planning Notice

Tender

28 Aug 2025 at 11:29

Tender Notice

Notice Status

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Tender Status

Active

Lots Status

Active

Awards Status

Not Specified

Contracts Status

Not Specified

Contracting Authority

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RC

RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL

Services

Contact Name

Sarah Ford

Phone

Not specified

PAISLEY

PA1 1JB

Scotland

TLM3 West Central Scotland

Awarded Supplier

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Number of Suppliers

0

Awards Value

Not specified

Documents & Links

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Official Notice Links

http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343

publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx

http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363

publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx

http://www.renfrewshire.gov.uk

renfrewshire.gov.uk/

https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000805931

api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice

https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/

gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/

https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00400

publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx

https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/renfrewshire-early-learning-and-childcare-places-flexible-framework-1908/

sdpscotland.co.uk/events/renfrewshire-early-learning-and-childcare-places-flexible-framework-1908/

https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/renfrewshire-early-learning-and-childcare-places-flexible-framework-1909/

sdpscotland.co.uk/events/renfrewshire-early-learning-and-childcare-places-flexible-framework-1909/

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OCDS RecordID: ocds-h6vhtk-054460

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