Guildford Borough Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Supply of 24/7 IVR Telephone Information Service for Revenues and Benefits

Awarded 13 Jun 2023

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Awarded13 Jun 2023
Value£26,401.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryIT & Software
Ended 5mo ago3y term
Awarded 13 June 2023Expired 12 June 2026

Guildford Borough Council awarded a contract to INFORM COMMUNICATIONS LTD for a 24/7/365 specialist interactive voice response (IVR) information service providing bespoke information about Council Tax, Business Rates, and Benefits, with access to agents at defined points.

The service aimed to encourage customer self-service and supply information outside office hours.

The contract value was £26,401.

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