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British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - AWARD

DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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21 Dec 2020 at 09:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council has completed a procurement process for British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter services under the title "British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - AWARD". This contract falls within the education and training services category and is located in the West Midlands, specifically within the Sandwell area. The contract period is set to commence on 4th January 2021 and conclude on 30th June 2021, with an award value of £2,450. The tender was awarded following a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure, with submissions accepted until 14th December 2020.

This opportunity is particularly beneficial for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that provide interpreting services and have experience working with individuals facing various barriers, including disabilities and mental health issues. Providers must ensure they meet the required standards, including having current safeguarding policies, professional indemnity insurance, and approval by the National Registers of Communication Professionals working with Deaf and Deafblind People (NRCPD). This presents a chance for businesses in the interpreting sector to engage with local community initiatives and grow their service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - AWARD

Notice Description

This programme is designed to support participants who require a BSL Interpreter in order to participate in the Black Country Impact Programme. This provision will support participants who wish to get involved in a range of activities and training provision to move closer towards their career aspirations. Participants will need a BSL interpreter in order to support their development. They may also have a range of other barriers which could include disabilities and mental health. Providers must demonstrate their experience of working with these groups. Interpreters will need to travel to support our participants at locations determined by their training provision (within the Sandwell area). Support could be delivered remotely where clients are taking part in remote learning. Advance notice will be given of upcoming sessions. Travel costs must be incorporated in the hourly rate. It is anticipated that providers will be aligned and approved by the NRCPD. All interpreters must have a current standard disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. As a company you must have a current safeguarding policy and valid professional indemnity insurance. Service Provider must:

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b118aa78-4762-4cb3-9b77-75929a992cf2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,450 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
4 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 1-6 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
DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
DY1 1HF
Post Town
Dudley
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG36 Dudley
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Dudley
Electoral Ward
St. James's
Westminster Constituency
Dudley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SANDWELL DEAF COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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