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Tender: Free Childcare Provision for Eligible 2–4 Year Olds – Early Education Flexible Framework

Released over 2 years ago

Closes31 Aug 2027

Likely valueRough estimate£25K to £450KInflation adjusted

LocationUnited Kingdom

AgencyWestmorland and Furness Council

SourceProContract

CategoryEducation & Training

302 days leftCloses Tue, 31 Aug 2027

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Local authorities are seeking suppliers to secure and deliver free childcare places for eligible two, three and four year olds under the Early Education and Childcare Flexible Framework. Every eligible child can access up to 570 hours per academic year (or up to 1,140 hours for families eligible for 30 hours free childcare), with delivery scheduled over no fewer than 38 weeks and up to 52 weeks of the year. Local authorities must ensure each child can access their free entitlement no later than the start of the term after meeting the eligibility criteria.

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