Derbyshire County Council · Awarded contract

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PLACE1118ER Supply of Large Print Books to Derbyshire Library Service

Awarded 31 Mar 2025

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Awarded31 Mar 2025

Value£106,881.00

SupplierUlverscroft Limited

AgencyDerbyshire County Council

RegionEAST MIDLANDS

CategoryArts & Culture

Expires in 2y 5mo4y term, 40% elapsed

Awarded 31 Mar 2025Expires 30 Mar 2029

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Contract for the provision of large print books for Derbyshire Library Service to be used in its static, mobile and home library services for the benefit of those that live, work and study in Derbyshire.

These large print books are an essential part of the provision for customers who are visually impaired.

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