Management of the Rural Community Buildings Loan Fund (RCBLF) by ACRE
Defra Network eTendering Portal · Awarded contract
AwardedManagement of the Rural Community Buildings Loan Fund (RCBLF) by ACRE
Awarded 23 Oct 2022
Ended 1y 7mo ago2y 5mo term
Awarded 23 Oct 2022Expired 30 Mar 2025
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Defra Network eTendering Portal awarded a contract to ACRE for the provision and management of the Rural Community Buildings Loan Fund (RCBLF).
The RCBLF, established in the 1930s, serves as a principal source of funding for the construction of new village halls and supports community groups in renovating, refurbishing, and constructing buildings such as village halls, church halls, and community centres.
The fund also encourages communities to raise funds by providing loans that help meet targets and secure additional funding from other sources.
The contract value is £72,000.
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