Bedford Borough Council · Awarded contract
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Award of Children's Services Contract to Barnardo Services Limited by Bedford Borough Council

Awarded 19 Dec 2025

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Awarded19 Dec 2025
Value£100,839.00
RegionEast of England
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 1mo1y term, 88% elapsed
Awarded 19 Dec 2025Expires 19 Dec 2026

Bedford Borough Council awarded a contract to Barnardo Services Limited for children's services under IFA (Spot) references 8108350 and 8108364, dated 19.12.2025, with a contract value of £100,839.

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