DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION · Awarded contract
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Award of National Social Work Fast-Track Entry Programme to The Frontline Organisation

Awarded 29 Mar 2016

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Awarded29 Mar 2016
Value£56,225,000.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 7y 7mo ago2y 12mo term
Awarded 29 Mar 2016Expired 29 Mar 2019

The Department for Education awarded a contract to The Frontline Organisation for the delivery of a national programme designed to attract high-quality graduates into social work.

The contract value is AUD 56,225,000.

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