Tender

Translation and Interpretation Service (New Tender)

LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK

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Tender

27 Apr 2018 at 10:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Southwark is currently inviting tenders for a new Translation and Interpretation Service, with a total estimated value of £900,000. This service will encompass a wide range of communication methods, including face-to-face and telephone interpretation, as well as document translation in various formats catering to diverse accessibility needs. The tender is open under the open procedure and will remain active until the deadline of 4th June 2018, after which the contract is anticipated to commence on 1st October 2018 and run until 30th September 2021. The service will be delivered in London, UK, contributing to the broader services sector.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in language services, particularly those offering comprehensive translation and interpretation solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate due to the suitability criteria specified. Companies capable of providing accessible communication methods and robust web-based systems for booking and tracking will find alignment with the requirements of this tender, potentially enhancing their business growth through successful engagement with the local authority's needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Translation and Interpretation Service (New Tender)

Notice Description

A comprehensive translation and interpretation service that covers all communication needs including face to face and telephone interpretation, sign language and document translation. The provision of information can be in large print, audio, easyread (dyslexia friendly) and Braille. The service to comprise a streamlined web-based booking and tracking system that can be accessed directly by council officers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9eaee19a-589c-4870-89c7-b6961b5b274f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2021 3-4 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2QH
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

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