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NEPO512 TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING SERVICE LOT3 WRITTEN TRANSLATION. Rank 2

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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15 Jul 2026 at 14:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process was conducted by Darlington Borough Council for the "NEPO512 Translation and Interpreting Service Lot3 Written Translation, Rank 2" contract, focusing on translation and interpretation services. The procurement falls under the industry category of translation services with CPV code 79530000 and is located in the North East, United Kingdom. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender status is marked as complete, with the award issued on 22nd June 2026 and the contract set to run from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028. The procurement was recorded at the award stage, and the total contract value is £60,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in language services, particularly those proficient in written translation, to expand their market presence in the UK. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to compete, as the process prioritised the inclusion of SMEs, while also being suitable for voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with the capability to deliver high-quality translation services within the specified framework agreement would find this contract beneficial for establishing a foothold or enhancing their involvement in public sector contracts within the region. Given the nature and duration of the contract, it offers a stable growth prospect for the successful bidder.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NEPO512 TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING SERVICE LOT3 WRITTEN TRANSLATION. Rank 2

Notice Description

LOT3 WRITTEN TRANSLATION SERVICE. RANK 2

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/549178c8-96ea-4d76-96e3-679aaf18846b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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, VCSE
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
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
20 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 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
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QT
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SUPREME LINGUISTIC SERVICES LTD T/A PREMIUM LINGUISTIC SERVICES

Further Information

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