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Language Services 2025-2028

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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13 May 2025 at 08:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the UK Health Security Agency, involved the awarding of a contract for "Language Services 2025-2028" under CPV classification 79540000, which pertains to interpretation services. This contract, valued at £540,000, covers a period from 20th July 2025 to 19th July 2028. The procurement method used is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the process has reached the award stage, with D A LANGUAGES LIMITED named as the supplier. Based in London, this contract aligns with the service category and was geared towards suitability for SMEs and VCSEs, reflecting opportunities within the UK market.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the language services industry, particularly those positioned to provide specialised interpretation services. It is especially conducive for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to the framework's suitability assessments. Companies looking to expand their engagement with public health initiatives or those striving to strengthen their connection to public sector work may find this contract a fitting avenue for growth. The selective procurement method via a framework ensures a streamlined process, facilitating participation from businesses meeting predefined performance and quality standards.

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Notice Title

Language Services 2025-2028

Notice Description

Procurement of Language services contract for 3 year contract contract under RM6141

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54a57bcc-4fee-4bf0-b8c8-5386f7e2becc
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
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
£540,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£540,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2025 - 19 Jul 2028 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
UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
Procurement Operations
Contact Email
procurement.operations@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

D A LANGUAGES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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