Tender

Interpretation Services for Deaf, Blind and Dual Sensory

BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

04 Nov 2019 at 12:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is actively seeking suppliers for its tender titled "Interpretation Services for Deaf, Blind and Dual Sensory". This procurement process falls under the services industry category and pertains to interpretation services, with a total contract value of £108,000. The tender is currently in the open procedure stage and is set to close on 22nd November 2019. The services will be required across various facilities in Berkshire, specifically in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract is expected to commence on 1st February 2020 and will run until 31st January 2024.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in interpretation services, particularly those equipped to cater to the needs of deaf-blind individuals, lip-speakers, note-takers, sign language interpreters, and speech-to-text reporters. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract, given the emphasis on inclusivity and specialist service provision. Engaging in this contract could significantly enhance business growth in a sector that is increasingly recognising the importance of accessible communication services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interpretation Services for Deaf, Blind and Dual Sensory

Notice Description

The Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BHFT) is inviting suppliers to tender to supply the interpreting services for deaf-blind people, lip-speakers, note-takers, sign language interpreters and speech to text reporters across its facilities in Berkshire. Additional information: Please apply only via the following portal: https://www.nhssourcing.co.uk/bhft/web/login.shtml

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de287502-2977-4b32-b908-b6af679f68e6
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 (below 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
£108,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2020 - 31 Jan 2024 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
BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Contact Email
max.mercier@berkshire.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRACKNELL
Postcode
RG12 1BQ
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Bracknell Forest
Electoral Ward
Town Centre & The Parks
Westminster Constituency
Bracknell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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