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Award of Democratic Education Multi-Lot Contract to Northern Ireland Youth Forum

Awarded 01 Nov 2025

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Awarded01 Nov 2025
Value£70,000.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEducation & Training
Expires in 1y 5mo2y 5mo term, 42% elapsed
Awarded 1 Nov 2025Expires 30 Mar 2028

The Electoral Commission awarded a contract to Northern Ireland Youth Forum for the delivery of citizenship and political education across the UK, as part of the Improving Democratic Education multi-lot procurement.

The contract, valued at £70,000, supports young people's understanding of democracy, citizenship, and participation, with a focus on equality of access and innovation in delivery.

The procurement was conducted under the Procurement Act 2023, with seven lots awarded; multiple suppliers were appointed in three lots under a taxi rank arrangement.

The maximum total budget for Year 1 is £746,000, with up to £3.3 million expected over the full contract period of 3-5 years.

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