Printing of Durham County News and Other Publications
Durham County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedPrinting of Durham County News and Other Publications
Awarded 31 Mar 2018
Awarded31 Mar 2018
Value£190,000.00
SupplierAcorn Web Offset Limited
AgencyDurham County Council
RegionNorth East
CategoryArts & Culture
Ended 6y 7mo ago2y term
Awarded 31 Mar 2018Expired 30 Mar 2020
About
Durham County Council awarded a contract to Acorn Web Offset Limited for the printing of the Durham County News magazine four times a year and, if required, the Guide to Services and Essential Guide to Summer Fun, for door-to-door distribution to approximately 241,500 homes in County Durham.
The contract value is AUD 190,000.
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