Bedford Borough Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Provision of Early Childhood Services through Children's Centres in Bedford Borough

Awarded 01 Oct 2021

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Awarded01 Oct 2021
Value£6,954,484.48
RegionEast of England
CategoryEducation & Training
Expires in 1y 11mo7y term, 73% elapsed
Awarded 1 Oct 2021Expires 30 Sept 2028

Bedford Borough Council awarded a contract to Early Childhood Partnership for the provision of early childhood services through children's centres in the borough, under the Childrens Services department, valued at £6,954,484.48.

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