Tender

Provision of Worldwide Linguistic Services in Support of UK MoD Operations - 700032337

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, C&C

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Tender

16 Aug 2021 at 10:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking a single supplier to provide Worldwide Linguistic Services in support of UK MOD operations, with a contract value of £54 million. This procurement falls under the category of translation and interpretation services and is currently in the planning stage. The contract period is set to commence on 1st December 2021 and culminate on 30th November 2025. The procurement process follows a selective method through a restricted procedure, with key deadlines including the closure of the Dynamic Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (DPQQ) on 8th February 2021, and the anticipated contract award date of 1st November 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the linguistic services sector, particularly those with the capability to provide face-to-face interpreting and translation services across various operational environments. Companies that possess quick deployment capabilities and can offer robust support for personnel safety and welfare would be well-suited to participate. The framework agreement will be particularly attractive to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in high-pressure environments, allowing them to engage in substantial MOD projects and expand their business footprint within this essential sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Worldwide Linguistic Services in Support of UK MoD Operations - 700032337

Notice Description

Other additional information: This tender opportunity is cancelled. Translation services. Interpretation services. The Authority has a requirement for a single supplier framework agreement to provide linguistic services in support of the Permanent Joint Headquarters (PJHQ) and specialist user overseas operations worldwide. This requirement will include Face to Face interpreting and translation services across a wide spectrum of operational environments and interactions. There may also be a requirement to translate standalone documents on an ad hoc basis. The successful supplier will be required to react to large surges and reductions in the requirement retaining the ability to deploy linguists at short notice to meet urgent operational needs. The supplier will be expected to appropriately select individuals who can meet the linguistic, security and deployment requirements as providing a fully managed service both in and out of theatre. The Successful Supplier will also be responsible for the local support for linguists' safety and welfare, which may include a specific intimidation policy set by the Authority. The contract duration will be for a period of four years with the option to extend by 24 months, in any monthly increment. Indicative Procurement Timeline: 04/01/21 - DPQQ Clarification Questions Open 21/01/21 (12:00hrs) - DPQQ Clarification Questions Close 08/02/21 (12:00hrs) - DPQQ Close 26/02/21 - DPQQ Results 12/04/21 - ITT Issue 19/04/21 - Bidder's Conference 14/06/21 - ITT Close 01/11/21 - Contract Award Expressions Of Interest/Requests to Participate should be made by submitting a compliant Dynamic Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (DPQQ) on https://www.contracts.mod.uk/, using access code GA59K5KGA8, and will close upon closure of the DPQQ (08/02/2021 at 12:00hrs). All completed DPQQ's should be submitted through https://www.contracts.mod.uk/. All documents relating to this requirement can be accessed on https://www.contracts.mod.uk/ using access code GA59K5KGA8. Any questions relating to this requirement should be sent to Mrs Jo Cannon (jo.cannon101@mod.gov.uk) Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Northwood: Interpretation services.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bb88b2e-8fa4-4d38-8f78-c11acd71d72d
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£54,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, C&C
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jo.cannon101@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+443067707671

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHWOOD
Postcode
HA6 3HP
Post Town
Harrow
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Three Rivers
Electoral Ward
Moor Park & Eastbury
Westminster Constituency
South West Hertfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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