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Provision of Linguistic Services for UK MoD Global and UK Based Operations

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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30 Jul 2024 at 09:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded a contract for the "Provision of Linguistic Services for UK MoD Global and UK Based Operations" to Worldwide Language Resources Limited. This procurement, classified under the industry categories of Translation and Interpretation services (CPV: 79530000, 79540000), will support MoD operations both in the UK and globally. The contract, procured through a call-off from the CCS framework RM6141 on a selective procurement method, covers multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, various British Overseas Territories, multiple European nations, and numerous locations worldwide. The contract period begins on 5th April 2024 and ends on 4th April 2028, with a total value of £120,800,000 GBP. This is in the Award stage as of 30th July 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in linguistic and translation services to collaborate with one of the largest defence organisations in the UK. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract particularly beneficial due to its scale and the potential to provide support across various global locations. Companies experienced in providing both face-to-face interpretation and written translation services, especially those with capabilities in diverse geographical areas, would be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities in the future. The contract’s extensive scope also suggests potential for subcontracting and partnership arrangements to efficiently meet the wide-ranging linguistic needs of the MoD.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Linguistic Services for UK MoD Global and UK Based Operations

Notice Description

To provide linguistic services to support UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) UK and Global Operations. This includes, but is not limited to, face-to-face interpretation and written translation services both globally and in the UK on an as required basis. This is an awarded opportunity, competed through the CCS framework RM6141. This has been awarded to Worldwide Language Resources Limited.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c9b6cded-653b-4a67-9d0e-33a1fca5d798
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfc4acb2-bcd7-46f7-90c8-409e69e6df39
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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£120,800,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,800,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Apr 20242 years ago
Contract Period
5 Apr 2024 - 4 Apr 2028 4-5 years
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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHWOOD
Postcode
HA6 3HP
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WORLDWIDE LANGUAGE RESOURCES LTD

Further Information

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