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HPFT - Interpretation & Translation Services & BSL

WEST HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

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21 Oct 2025 at 13:50

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21 Oct 2025 at 13:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust involves Interpretation & Translation Services, including BSL, under the title "HPFT - Interpretation & Translation Services & BSL". The contract falls within the services industry category, specifically under interpretation services, and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the award stage, with the contract having been awarded on 19th September 2025. The procurement was conducted using a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract period running from 19th August 2025 to 18th August 2026. The total awarded value is £671,556.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in translation and interpretation services. It is particularly an attractive opportunity for those capable of delivering such services at scale within the specified region. Although SMEs and VCSEs were not specifically targeted, companies with the capacity to meet the contract requirements will benefit from the financial commitment and stability offered by a year-long contract with a major NHS trust. Engaging in such contracts can enhance business portfolios, provide sustainable income, and potentially lead to further contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HPFT - Interpretation & Translation Services & BSL

Notice Description

Interpretation & Translation Services & BSL Awarded under ProcurementServices framework ref Y23031

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7f406e2c-0e4f-4567-a5b8-266b5fb20760
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35520820-885c-4d0a-97fd-dc25bf3d4d44
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79540000 - Interpretation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£671,556 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2025 - 18 Aug 2026 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
WEST HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL8 6NS
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DCVS TRADING LTD (TRADING AS HERTS INTERPRETING AND TRANSLATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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