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Interpretation and Translation services

LONDON BOROUGH OF BARNET

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03 Nov 2021 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Barnet has recently completed a procurement process for Interpretation and Translation services, with a contract awarded under the ESPO 402-20 Language Services Framework Agreement. This process is classified as a selective procurement method, carried out using a restricted procedure. The contract, with a total value of £863,000, was signed on 26th August 2021, in the region of Colindale, London. The procurement has concluded successfully with six bids received from suppliers, all of whom are non-EU entities, pointing to competitive interest in this service.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the language services industry, particularly those providing high-quality translation and interpretation services. Companies with expertise in these areas, especially those that can demonstrate strong capabilities in delivering both quality (70% of the evaluation criteria) and competitive pricing (30%) are well-positioned to benefit. Engaging with the London Borough of Barnet could lead to sustained business relationships in local public sector contracts, enhancing visibility and growth potential within the regional market.

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Notice Title

Interpretation and Translation services

Notice Description

The London Borough of Barnet has awarded a single contract for the provision of Interpretation and Translation services via a Further Competition exercise conducted under the ESPO 402-20 Language Services Framework Agreement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The London Borough of Barnet has awarded a single contract for the provision of Interpretation and Translation services via a Further Competition exercise conducted under the ESPO 402-20 Language Services Framework Agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f2f9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027531-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£863,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF BARNET
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@barnet.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2083597212

Buyer Location

Locality
COLINDALE LONDON
Postcode
NW9 4EW
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI71 Barnet
Delivery Location
TLI71 Barnet

Local Authority
Barnet
Electoral Ward
Colindale North
Westminster Constituency
Hendon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THEBIGWORD GROUP

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