School Recording Licence for State-Funded Schools in England
Department for Education · Awarded contract
AwardedSchool Recording Licence for State-Funded Schools in England
Awarded 09 Oct 2024
Awarded09 Oct 2024
Value£6,499,281.00
SupplierPerforming Rights Society
AgencyDepartment for Education
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 7mo ago1y 6mo term
Awarded 9 Oct 2024Expired 30 Mar 2026
About
Department for Education awarded a contract to Performing Rights Society for copyright licences for all state-funded schools in England under the Central Licensing Scheme (CLS).
The contract, valued at AUD 6,499,281, continues a scheme in place since 2013 that provides price discounts and administrative savings for schools and local authorities while ensuring compliance with legislation for activities requiring copyright materials.
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