Tender

C20190293 - Welsh Language Translation

OFCOM

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Tender

04 Oct 2019 at 07:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ofcom, the communications regulator in the UK, is conducting a tender process for "C20190293 - Welsh Language Translation" services. This procurement falls under the services industry category and is situated in Wales, with a contract value of £350,000. The tender period is set to end on 4th November 2019, while the contract is anticipated to commence on 1st December 2019 and run until 30th November 2024. This open procurement process is designed to facilitate a range of translation services, including the accurate and timely translation of materials from English to Welsh and vice versa, as well as simultaneous translation when required.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in translation and language services, particularly those with proven capabilities in Welsh language translation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract, given the preference for agile providers that can manage multiple projects and adhere to tight deadlines. The need for a cloud-based dictionary of complex terms and regular contract management meetings also indicates a requirement for collaborative and innovative solutions that could provide a competitive edge.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

C20190293 - Welsh Language Translation

Notice Description

Ofcom is the communications regulator in the UK. We regulate the TV and radio sectors, fixed line telecoms, mobiles, postal services, plus the airwaves over which wireless devices operate. We make sure that people in the UK get the best from their communications services and are protected from scams and sharp practices, while ensuring that competition can thrive. Ofcom operates under a number of Acts of Parliament, including in particular the Communications Act 2003. Ofcom must act within the powers and duties set for it by Parliament in legislation. Ofcom's principal duty under the Communications Act is to further the interests of citizens and of consumers, where appropriate by promoting competition. Meeting this duty is at the heart of everything we do. Accountable to Parliament, we set and enforce regulatory rules for the sectors for which we have responsibility. We also have powers to enforce competition law in those sectors, alongside the Competition and Markets Authority. Overview of Requirements The requirement is for delivery of a translation service from English to Welsh and less frequently, from Welsh to English. As a minimum, the service must deliver the following: - Accurate, timely and clear translation of a wide range of materials from English to Welsh and vice versa - Simultaneous translation as and when required - Undertake a number of projects at the same time during busy periods and the ability to work to very tight deadlines - Proof reading of documents - Ability to turn around within constrained timescales, e.g. one hour if the translation is urgent. - Quarterly contract management meetings at the Ofcom Wales Office It would be preferable were the service also able to: - maintain and develop a cloud-based dictionary of complex Ofcom terms which can be shared with Ofcom Wales staff to ensure consistency across translations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/253ec7bc-d5a4-4960-91a3-139b0054b5ca
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
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

79530000 - Translation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2019 - 30 Nov 2024 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
Hayley Watson
Contact Email
hayley.watson@ofcom.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

Notice Documents

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