Tender

English Audio Transcription Services

NATIONAL CRIME AGENCY

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Tender

19 Feb 2021 at 09:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Crime Agency (NCA) is currently seeking suppliers for an ‘English Audio Transcription Services’ contract, classified under administrative services. This procurement is at the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 23 March 2021. The contract is for an initial period of four years, commencing on 1 July 2021, with a possibility of two one-year extensions. Suppliers may compete for separate lots either for onsite or offsite transcription services, and all activities must adhere to stringent security and data protection requirements, as operations will occur within secure premises in the UK.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in transcription and legal support services, particularly those with capabilities to meet high-security standards and experience in working on sensitive material. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can ensure security compliance and offer reliable service are well-positioned to compete, especially given the NCA's focus on engaging suppliers located within the UK for the secure handling of critical information.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

English Audio Transcription Services

Notice Description

A 4 year contract is required to provide English audio transcription services on secure premises, either at NCA sites or off-site on supplier premises. This material may be, but is not limited to, interviews of victims and witnesses as part of a criminal investigation. The NCA requires: - a transcription service from audio recorded media; - production of a transcription to be in accordance with NCA security requirements; - maintenance of auditable records for the receipt, secure storage and return of recordings; - data in transit and at rest may be in the UK only; - provider needs to be located in the UK; - all personnel employed on this framework agreement must undergo the HMG requirements in respect of the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and must hold or be prepared to undertake SC Enhanced level security clearance Bids are allowable for each of the following lots separately ie each lot could be awarded to a different supplier. Lot 1 - On site Lot 2 - Off Site The initial contract is for 4 years but will have an option to extend for a further 2 years at yearly intervals (4 + 1 + 1). Additional information: All ITT Documentation can be accessed via the Home Office Bravo tendering portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43c1f66b-0e51-4918-acbe-61e283a2d357
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

75100000 - Administration services

79100000 - Legal services

79500000 - Office-support services

79551000 - Typing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2025 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
NATIONAL CRIME AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
B3 2WH
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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