Cornwall Council · Awarded contract

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Award of Disabled Children's Play Scheme and Youth Groups Contract to Action for Children

Awarded 31 Mar 2017

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Awarded31 Mar 2017

Value£348,000.00

SupplierAction for Children

AgencyCornwall Council

RegionSouth West

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

Ended 7y 7mo ago1y 12mo term

Awarded 31 Mar 2017Expired 31 Mar 2019

About

Cornwall Council awarded a contract to Action for Children for the delivery of play schemes and youth groups for disabled children and young people in Cornwall.

The contract has two parts: a county-wide holiday-based activities scheme accessible across Cornwall's six district areas, and three youth groups in the East, Mid, and West of the county delivered in partnership with the Council's youth service.

The services are community-based and rely on trained volunteers.

The contract value is £348,000.

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