Provision of Infrastructure Support to the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) by Dorset Council
Dorset Council · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Infrastructure Support to the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) by Dorset Council
Awarded 30 Sep 2021
Awarded30 Sep 2021
Value£250,000.00
SupplierVolunteer Centre Dorset
AgencyDorset Council
RegionSouth West
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 2y 1mo ago3y term
Awarded 30 Sept 2021Expired 29 Sept 2024
About
Dorset Council awarded a contract to Volunteer Centre Dorset for the provision of infrastructure support to the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS).
The contract, valued at £250,000, covers volunteer infrastructure support, including general volunteer support, development, and capacity building.
The contract period is up to five years, comprising an initial three-year term with an optional two-year extension.
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