Tender

Translation and Interpretation Services

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Dec 2024 at 10:22

Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council has initiated an open procedure tender for Translation and Interpretation Services specifically aimed at assisting the Housing Service for clients whose first language is not English. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the final date for submission set for 17th January 2025. This service will cater to various needs, including individuals, families, and larger groups, and will be coordinated with the Housing Service and other council services or partner agencies as required. The contract period is for an initial term of four years, with a possible one-year extension. The services fall under the "Translation services" industry category with a CPV code of 79530000, and the project's location is within the UKJ4 region. Companies can submit their bids electronically through the provided online portal.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in language services, enabling them to secure a long-term contract valued at £460,000 over the contract duration. Companies experienced in providing high-quality translation and interpretation services, particularly within public sector environments, will find this tender particularly suitable. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in translation and interpretation, who have the capability to deliver these services within the stipulated time frame and meet the council's needs, are well-placed to benefit from this opportunity. The contract's longevity and potential extension offer stability and the prospect for sustained business growth in cooperation with Ashford Borough Council's housing and associated services.

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Notice Title

Translation and Interpretation Services

Notice Description

Ashford Borough Council is looking to procure a supplier to provide Interpretation and Translation Services as required by the Housing Service for clients who English is not their first language. This may be working with individuals, families or larger groups and maybe working directly with members of the Housing Service (or other Services within the council) or partner agencies as required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ashford Borough Council is looking to procure a supplier to provide Interpretation and Translation Services as required by the Housing Service for clients who English is not their first language. This may be working with individuals, families or larger groups and maybe working directly with members of the Housing Service (or other Services within the council) or partner agencies as required.

Options: Initial term of 4 years with possible 1 year extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c211
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039006-2024
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£460,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
At the expiry of the contract.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stephanie Leonard
Contact Email
stephanie.leonard@ashford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1233330371

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1PL
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

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