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Interpretation and Translation Services in Ealing

NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES

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07 May 2021 at 08:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the NHS Shared Business Services, seeking to extend an existing contract for "Interpretation and Translation Services in Ealing." The main industry category is services, specifically covering both interpretation and translation, located in London, United Kingdom. This contract, valued at £12,217, is currently in the award stage with an effective contract period from 1 April 2021 to 30 September 2021. This contract modification pertains to a selectively procured call-off from an established framework agreement, aimed at providing essential language support across over 200 languages for individuals facing language barriers in accessing local services.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs), to engage in public service contracts that foster inclusivity within the community. Companies specialising in language services, including interpretation and translation, would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts and therefore should consider aligning their offerings with the needs of local health services. The prospects for growth are significant as these contracts require professional interpreters capable of functioning across diverse settings, including face-to-face and telephonic interactions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interpretation and Translation Services in Ealing

Notice Description

Interpretation and translation services to people for which English language is not their first language and have difficulties expressing themselves while accessing services in Ealing. The service will provide professional interpreters across a range of over 200 languages and dialects on a 24/7/365 basis. The service is commissioned for use mainly within primary care and offers the following: * Face to Face interpretation - this support the need for interpreters to be available for pre-booked appointments whether they are taking place in person, via a conference video link or when all parties are in a virtual conference environment. * Telephone Interpretation - The telephone offers immediate access to the interpretation service. No specific equipment is required - it can be accessed from any landline, mobile or VOIP telephone system Additional information: NHS Central London CCG is modifying an existing contract, through an extension of its duration to align its expiry with similar contracts held by the other borough CCG across North West London, which together are amalgamating into one single CCG from 1 April 2021. This additional duration will allow the newly established North West London CCG to consider how best to commission future services to secure best value for money and more efficient contracting arrangements. The current contract being modified / extended was awarded as a call-off under Lot 5 of the nationally established framework agreement Interpretation & Translation Services - SBS/21/NL/ZXV/10127

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-68c24c33-337b-4af4-9e16-399c61a604f0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a558d58-ab28-4bb6-be7e-9185ab5ba44a
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79530000 - Translation services

79540000 - Interpretation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,217 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,217 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 30 Sep 2021 6-12 months
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
NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W5 2HL
Post Town
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI73 Ealing
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Ealing
Electoral Ward
Ealing Broadway
Westminster Constituency
Ealing Central and Acton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LANGUAGE LINE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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