The Consortium Academy Trust

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Value

£15,035,970

Classifications

  • School catering services

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  • tender

Submission Deadline

4 years ago

Published

4 years ago

Description

A Catering Services tender for the Consortium Academy Trust.

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The Consortium Academy Trust

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