Luton Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Administration of Community Arts Fund Commissioning Process for Luton Council

Awarded 01 Apr 2025

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Awarded01 Apr 2025
Value£229,555.00
RegionEast of England
CategoryArts & Culture
Expires in 5mo1y 12mo term, 80% elapsed
Awarded 1 Apr 2025Expires 31 Mar 2027

Luton Council awarded a contract to Bedfordshire & Luton Community Foundation (BLCF) for the administration of a commissioning process for a community arts fund.

The contract, valued at AUD 229,555, was procured under the PCR 2015 regime via an exemption process.

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