Quality Funded Early Learning & Childcare (1140 hours) Dundee

Dundee City Council is seeking bidders for a contract titled "Quality Funded Early Learning & Childcare (1140 hours) Dundee," inviting submissions from qualified providers to join their framework. This tender, part of the "General public services" category, covers services in the local authority area of Dundee. The procurement is in the tender stage, with interested suppliers expected to submit electronically by 29 May 2025, 12:00 PM.

The tender follows an open procedure and aims to support eligible children in Dundee with funded early learning and childcare services over a contract period starting on 19 August 2025 and ending on 18 August 2029. This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for businesses in the early learning and childcare sector, particularly those able to meet national service standards and registered with the Care Inspectorate in Scotland. An open procurement method allows flexibility for service providers, enabling businesses specializing in children's services to expand their offerings.

The tender encourages participation by incorporating the Light Touch Regime, which provides the chance to join the framework throughout its duration. Businesses that can demonstrate technical and suitability criteria, notably those offering services to young children, are well-positioned to benefit from this contract opportunity.