Award

Award of contract for Language, Transcription and ancillary services

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Award

19 Aug 2021 at 18:58

Summary of the contracting process

The contract for Language, Transcription, and ancillary services has been awarded by the Department for Transport (DfTc) in London, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the translation services category with a total value of £300,000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract period commenced on 29 July 2021 and will run until 29 July 2024, with the tender process concluded on 1 July 2021. The award notice for this contract was published on 19 August 2021.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialised in language services, particularly those offering translation and transcription capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to consider competing for similar future contracts, as the DfTc actively seeks diverse suppliers, while larger firms may also play a role in collaborations. Companies with experience in public sector engagements, excellent service delivery using innovative technology, and a strong understanding of transport-related communications will be well-placed to submit competitive bids.

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Notice Title

Award of contract for Language, Transcription and ancillary services

Notice Description

Awarded contract for Language, transcription and ancillary services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-66b45534-307f-4936-8ad4-cab87085b9c9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f770bd1b-046d-4264-9a93-6b14bcdc076f
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
Large

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
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2021 - 29 Jul 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LINK UP MITAKA LIMITED (BIG WORD

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