Provision of Early Learning and Childcare Services

Argyll and Bute Council has concluded a procurement process for the provision of Early Learning and Childcare Services, as of 11 December 2025. This opportunity involves a flexible framework allowing for the addition of new service providers at any point during the contract term. The procurement covers pre-school education services specifically targeting early learning and childcare designed for eligible two-year-olds and all three and four-year-olds across Argyll and Bute.

The procurement was carried out using an open procedure, and while the procurement stage is marked as complete, the framework remains accessible for new providers to join. Entities interested in joining this framework should contact Samantha Torrie at Argyll and Bute Council. This procurement process presents significant business growth opportunities for childcare centres and individual childminders in the pre-school education sector.

Businesses with expertise in early childhood education and care services will find this tender particularly suitable. The framework's flexible nature allows ongoing entry, making it ideal for providers of different sizes looking to expand their service reach within the Argyll and Bute region. Participation in this programme will enable businesses to secure contracts offering 1140 hours of funded childcare per child each year, thus enhancing their portfolio and market presence in the educational services domain.

Prospective providers should be prepared to meet the Scottish Government's regulatory requirements while maintaining a focus on delivering quality early childcare.