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For transparency purposes only. Translation of technical documents from German to English. This Contract was placed against an existing CCS Framework agreement. RM6141

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The MINISTRY OF DEFENCE has successfully completed the tender process for the translation of technical documents from German to English under an existing CCS Framework Agreement (RM6141). The contract, valued at £51,282, was awarded to K International Limited and covers a service category related to translation services. The contract period commenced on 30th December 2021 and is set to conclude on 24th February 2022. This procurement was classified as selective and closed on 29th December 2021, with the primary location for delivery being the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in translation services, particularly those with experience in technical documentation. Companies that are well-suited to compete should possess expertise in language translation and localization, especially in technical fields, ensuring they can meet the rigorous quality standards expected by organisations like the MINISTRY OF DEFENCE. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate business growth and enhance the service offerings of capable translation service providers.

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Notice Title

For transparency purposes only. Translation of technical documents from German to English. This Contract was placed against an existing CCS Framework agreement. RM6141

Notice Description

Translation of technical documents from German to English. Contract placed on existing CCS Framework Agreement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2eeb1920-7a67-4de3-a42f-62e5a1dd3160
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6241a8dc-8c59-4354-ae1b-909bde8729c6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79530000 - Translation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£51,282 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£51,282 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
30 Dec 2021 - 24 Feb 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Stephen Fairbanks
Contact Email
stephen.fairbanks101@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

K INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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