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DHSC: SC&I: Lampard Inquiry Transcription, Translation and Interpretation

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (LONDON)

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01 Oct 2024 at 10:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (London) has awarded a contract titled "DHSC: SC&I: Lampard Inquiry Transcription, Translation and Interpretation" to DA Languages. The contract pertains to the "Interpretation services" industry category and covers a broad range of locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other worldwide regions. The procurement process was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The important procurement stage for this contract is the award stage, with the contract officially starting on 1st October 2024 and ending on 31st December 2026. The contract was valued at GBP 39,320.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in interpretation, transcription, and translation services. The awarded contract underlines the need for transparency and public engagement, creating a platform for businesses that can deliver high-quality language services in legal and inquiry contexts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suited to compete in such tenders due to their flexibility and specialised skills. Businesses operating in the relevant sectors and regions can substantially benefit from participating in similar procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC: SC&I: Lampard Inquiry Transcription, Translation and Interpretation

Notice Description

The Lampard Inquiry (formerly Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry) was converted to a Statutory Inquiry on the 27 October 2023. The Inquiry is investigating in-patient deaths in mental health settings which took place between 2000 and 2023.The Inquiry's Terms of Reference were published on 10th April 2024. Following conversion, the Inquiry is governed by the Act and the Chair of the Inquiry has also made a decision to adopt the associated Rules. As such the Inquiry will be required to operate transparently which includes ensuring visibility in the public domain, public hearings and evidence sessions, and the publication of evidence and documentation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3cc2ad20-c193-4b6a-830c-f948547c97bd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6f1ec10-fdcc-4d85-9265-913835e81ecd
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79540000 - Interpretation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£39,320 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£39,320 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 31 Dec 2026 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (LONDON)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DA LANGUAGES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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