Tender

Interpreting and Translation Services

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

02 Jan 2020 at 09:19

Tender

02 Jan 2020 at 09:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Interpreting and Translation Services is initiated by Newcastle City Council, aimed at addressing the needs of local residents and Council employees. This tender falls under the services category with a focus on interpretation services and is being conducted through an open procurement method. The tender was published on 2nd January 2020, with the tender period set to close on 24th February 2020. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 1st June 2020 and continue until 31st May 2022, with service delivery expected primarily in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that provide interpreting and translation services, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs). Competitors should be well-versed in offering high-quality and efficient services, as the council prioritises cost-effectiveness alongside quality. Engaging in this tender can help businesses expand their client base and establish enduring relationships with local government entities.

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Notice Title

Interpreting and Translation Services

Notice Description

The provision of a high quality, cost effective and efficient Interpreting and Translation Service is required to be delivered on behalf of Newcastle City Council, Your Homes Newcastle and Leazes Homes to facilitate the needs of local residents and Council employees.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d2f0c23a-0b69-4ab3-a04f-29178cc31411
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa7d4c6e-7b3c-4915-9ab0-e66b72527942
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 (above threshold)
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2020 - 31 May 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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