UKSPF Participation in the Arts Creative Economy (PACE) 2025/26
Kirklees Council · Awarded contract
AwardedUKSPF Participation in the Arts Creative Economy (PACE) 2025/26
Awarded 30 Apr 2025
Awarded30 Apr 2025
Value£137,000.00
AgencyKirklees Council
RegionYorkshire and The Humber
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 7mo ago11mo term
Awarded 30 Apr 2025Expired 30 Mar 2026
About
Kirklees Council awarded a contract to Proper Job, Paddock Trust, and Third Sector Leaders for the UKSPF Participation in the Arts Creative Economy (PACE) 2025/26 program.
The services, valued at approximately £137,000, were divided into three lots: Lot 1 focused on supporting 75 residents to be entrepreneur-ready (£30,000); Lot 2 involved 36 local events and activities to improve engagement for 200 participants (£62,000); and Lot 3 provided 75 volunteering opportunities and created 8 jobs (£45,000).
The contract commenced on 1st May 2025 and expires on 31st March 2026, with a possible extension of up to 50% of the original value based on funding and performance.
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