Participatory Arts Services for Children and Young People in County Durham
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL · Awarded contract
AwardedParticipatory Arts Services for Children and Young People in County Durham
Awarded 31 Mar 2018
Awarded31 Mar 2018
Value£40,500.00
SupplierThe Forge
AgencyDURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
RegionNorth East
CategoryArts & Culture
Ended 5y 7mo ago3y term
Awarded 31 Mar 2018Expired 30 Mar 2021
About
Durham County Council awarded a contract to The Forge for the delivery of specialist arts and creative programmes with and for children, young people, families, and educators in County Durham, with an emphasis on schools work that delivers a range of positive outcomes for children and young people.
The work required specialist knowledge of developing high quality participatory arts projects and outstanding existing relationships with County Durham schools.
The contract value was AUD 40,500.
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