Tender

Provision of Linguistic Services Worldwide to support UK MOD Operations

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OPERATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMMES (OSP)

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Tender

22 Jul 2019 at 12:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, specifically the C&C Operational Support Programmes, is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the "Provision of Linguistic Services Worldwide to support UK MOD Operations." This tender, classified under the industry category of translation services, is based in London, United Kingdom. The tender period ends on 21st August 2019, and the contract is expected to run from 1st February 2020 to 31st January 2022, with a total contract value of £45,240,000. The procurement method is selective, following a negotiated procedure, reflecting the authority's need for a managed service that can respond swiftly in operational contexts.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in linguistic services, particularly those with expertise in providing interpreters and translation services across various operational environments. Companies that can meet complex requirements, including security and quick deployment of linguists, will find this tender well-suited for their capabilities. Given the size of the procurement, larger firms with the capacity for scale, alongside innovative providers who can address specific operational needs, are encouraged to participate and potentially grow their market share through government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Linguistic Services Worldwide to support UK MOD Operations

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for linguistic support services in support of the Permanent Joint Headquarters (PJHQ) and specialist user overseas operations worldwide. This requirement will include both Interpreter and Translation services across a wide spectrum of operational environments and interactions. There may also be a requirement to translate standalone documents. This will include the ability to react to large surges and reductions in the requirement retaining the ability to deploy linguists at short notice to meet urgent operational needs. The supplier will be expected to appropriately select individuals who can meet the linguistic, security and deployment requirements This will need to be a managed service both in and out of theatre to ensure the standard and provision of service. The Contractor will also be responsible for the local support for linguists' safety and welfare, which may potentially include a specific intimidation policy set by the Authority.The contract duration will be for a period of two-four years. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Northwood: Translation services.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63ef09e5-be71-46c2-9e68-b0483a4b3f55
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4d197af-9daa-49c9-b966-69cc10bbfa3f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£45,240,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2020 - 31 Jan 2022 2-3 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OPERATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMMES (OSP)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHWOOD
Postcode
HA6 3HP
Post Town
Harrow
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Three Rivers
Electoral Ward
Moor Park & Eastbury
Westminster Constituency
South West Hertfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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