If we were going to sign a contract with someone externally to do the work, it could cost at least $35,000 for the same style of wood sculpture. However, because this is part of an on-going project, the cost will be covered by the current budget.
Curator, House of Commons
If we were going to sign a contract with someone externally to do the work, it could cost at least $35,000 for the same style of wood sculpture. However, because this is part of an on-going project, the cost will be covered by the current budget.
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