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ESCC JC Translation and Interpreting Framework

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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05 May 2021 at 10:40

Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex County Council is currently conducting a selective tender process for the "ESCC JC Translation and Interpreting Framework", aimed at providing community interpreting, translation, and bi-lingual advocacy services across East Sussex, West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, and Surrey. The tender, classified under interpretation services (CPV code 79540000), is active and will close on 9th June 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 1st January 2022 and will last until 31st December 2026. This framework comprises six lots and is designed to facilitate accessible services for local communities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in interpretation and translation services, particularly those with experience in community outreach and engagement. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the framework aims to promote inclusivity and diverse service offerings within the public sector. Businesses that can provide a range of linguistic and counselling services may find this procurement process particularly advantageous in expanding their clientele and establishing long-term relationships with public sector bodies.

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Notice Title

ESCC JC Translation and Interpreting Framework

Notice Description

East Sussex County Council ('ESCC') is acting as lead authority for a multi-supplier framework to provide community interpreting, translation and bi-lingual advocacy services, enabling public sector bodies to meet their commitment to delivering accessible services to the communities of East Sussex, West Sussex, Brighton and Hove and Surrey (the 'Framework'). The services will be split into 6 Lots and will be available to use by the authorities listed under Section VI.3 (Additional Information) of the Contract Notice and Schedule 6 of the Framework Agreement. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26396863-82a0-4647-876a-fad3b6054602
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

79530000 - Translation services

79540000 - Interpretation services

85000000 - Health and social work services

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST SUSSEX
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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