Planning

Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Translation, transcription, interpretation and other related services

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Planning

28 Jan 2025 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is planning a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of translation, transcription, interpretation, and other related services, with the procurement process currently in the planning stage. The DPS is divided into four indicative lots: Translation, Transcription, Sign Language, and Interpreter services. This system will run from 2025 to 2029, with an annual review each year on its anniversary. The procurement exercise will be conducted under the legal framework of CELEX: 32014L0024. The total estimated value for this procurement is £170,000, and the services will be primarily delivered in the UKE region. The initial notice for participation is expected on 1st June 2025.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in translation, transcription, interpretation, and sign language services. The flexible structure of the DPS, with its potential division into four lots, allows specialised firms to compete effectively in their niche areas. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality language services would be well-suited to participate, particularly those experienced in working with educational institutions. Additionally, SMEs can benefit from the recurring annual reviews, making it a promising venture for long-term collaboration and growth within this sector.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Translation, transcription, interpretation and other related services

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield are looking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Translation, transcription, interpretation and other related services. The DPS will potentially be split into four lots: Lot 1: Translation Lot 2: Transcription Lot 3: Sign language Lot 4: Interpreter Please note the lots listed above are purely indicative at this stage and could be subject to change when this Procurement exercise becomes an active opportunity. The DPS will last for four years in total, beginning 2025 and ending in 2029, with an annual review on each anniversary of the DPS.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Translation. Additional information: Please note the lots listed above are purely indicative at this stage and could be subject to change when this Procurement exercise becomes an active opportunity.

Lot 2

Transcription services. Additional information: Please note the lots listed above are purely indicative at this stage and could be subject to change when this Procurement exercise becomes an active opportunity.

Lot 3

Sign Language services. Additional information: Please note the lots listed above are purely indicative at this stage and could be subject to change when this Procurement exercise becomes an active opportunity.

Lot 4

Interpreter services. Additional information: Please note the lots listed above are purely indicative at this stage and could be subject to change when this Procurement exercise becomes an active opportunity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d6c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002850-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
Rachel Hirst
Contact Email
r.e.hirst@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1142157590

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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