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Provision of British Sign Language Interpretation.

STAR PROCUREMENT

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28 Apr 2021 at 15:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves STAR Procurement, which is initiating a tender for the provision of British Sign Language Interpretation services. The framework agreement aims to serve Trafford Council and AGMA partners, with a contract value of £275,000. The procurement is currently in the award stage, following a timeline that was originally set to conclude on 30th September 2021. The services are categorised under the CPV code 79540000, specifically relating to interpretation services, with the delivery expected in the UKD3 region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those offering interpretation and translation services, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in British Sign Language. With the increasing demand for accessible communication, businesses that can meet the needs of public sector organisations and partner with Trafford Council are well-positioned to expand their market presence. Potential suppliers should possess experience working within local government frameworks and demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity and service excellence.

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Notice Title

Provision of British Sign Language Interpretation.

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

Trafford Council are looking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of British Sign Language Interpretation for Trafford Council and AGMA partners.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ab4b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009178-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£275,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Dec 20169 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAR PROCUREMENT
Contact Name
Stephanie Jones
Contact Email
stephanie.jones@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7817121123

Buyer Location

Locality
SALE
Postcode
M33 7ZF
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TOPP LANGUAGE SOLUTIONS

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