Education and early years tenders and contracts in Scotland
There are 2 live education and early years tenders in Scotland right now, from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder. This page covers tutoring, early years, alternative provision and school improvement contracts from councils, the NHS and other public buyers. Below is what buyers are asking for, so you can see whether you qualify before you spend hours bidding.
01What buyers ask for
From the 2 live education and early years tenders in Scotland we have read so far.
- Minimum turnover
- Rarely stated in the notice
- Contract length
- Varies
- Suitable for SMEs
- 0 of 2 flagged by the buyer
- Frameworks & DPS
- 2 of 2
02Live education and early years tenders in Scotland
- Early Learning & Childcare Provision Framework (New Applicants October 2026)East Ayrshire CouncilScotlandNot statedCloses 45 daysFramework
- Pupil Equity Funding (PEF) Flexible FrameworkDumfries and Galloway CouncilScotlandNot statedCloses 322 daysFramework
03Who is buying
- East Ayrshire Council 1 live tender
- Dumfries and Galloway Council 1 live tender
04Education and early years contracts: common questions
How many education and early years tenders are live in Scotland?
2 right now, from 2 public buyers, with 0 closing in the next 14 days. We bring together notices from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder and refresh this page every hour.
What do buyers ask for in education and early years contracts?
Few notices state a minimum turnover; it is usually set out in the tender documents. Most requirements sit in the tender documents rather than the notice, so check the pack before you bid.
Can a small business win education and early years contracts?
Often, yes. 0 of the 2 live tenders in Scotland are marked by the buyer as suitable for small businesses, and 2 are frameworks or dynamic purchasing systems (approved supplier lists that buyers then order from). Smaller lots and lower-value contracts are usually the best place to start. Check the minimum turnover and insurance first, as those are the checks that rule most bids out.
05Expert notes: Education & training
Education and training buyers look for relevant accreditation and quality evidence, such as Ofsted outcomes, awarding body approval or safeguarding procedures. Many contracts are short lots, which suits smaller providers.
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