Early Learning and Childcare - South Lanarkshire Council Procured Service Arrangement
The contract covers the provision of funded early learning and childcare (ELC) services through South Lanarkshire Council’s Procured Service Arrangement, operated by the local authority in the public sector. Appointed providers will deliver funded ELC hours to eligible children, with parents or guardians selecting the provider, and may be added to the arrangement throughout its 10-year term. Providers must meet the Scottish National Standard for Early Learning and Childcare, comply with all applicable legislation and guidance, satisfy the Council’s procedural requirements, and accept the rates set by the Council for funded hours. The estimated total contract value is £143.5 million over 10 years, with services delivered across South Lanarkshire, Scotland (UKM95). The most critical eligibility requirement is successful demonstration of compliance with the National Standard, applicable law and guidance, and the Council’s requirements.
Buyer: South Lanarkshire Council. Source: Public Contracts Scotland. Updated 9 Sept 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £143.5m
- Bids close: 10 Mar 2027
- Location: South Lanarkshire
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Category: Pre-school education services (80110000)
From the official notice
The choice of the provider will be selected by the parent/guardian of the child therefore the council is utilising an innovative Procured Service Arrangement (PSA) under the Light Touch Rules contained in Regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Providers of ELC are invited to join the PSA by submitting a tender to the Council. They will be appointed to the PSA if they can successfully demonstrate that they meet the National Standard, the Law, applicable guidance, and the Council’s procedural requirements and accept the Rates which have been set by the Council in relation to the delivery of funded hours. The PSA will allow providers to be added over its 10 year term.
View the official notice
Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 10 Mar 2027.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £143.5m.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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