DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION · Awarded contract
Awarded

Award of Equality Advisory and Support Service Helpline Contract to G4S

Awarded 30 Sep 2016

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Awarded30 Sep 2016
Value£3,359,580.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 7y 1mo ago2y 12mo term
Awarded 30 Sept 2016Expired 29 Sept 2019

The Department for Education awarded a contract to G4S Government and Outsourcing Services (UK) Ltd for the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS), a helpline providing free information, advice and support to individuals in England, Scotland and Wales who may have been discriminated against or have a human rights issue, helping them solve their problems informally.

The contract value was AUD 3,359,580.

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