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Interpretation and translation for Court Ordered Family Contact

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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15 Jan 2026 at 12:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of interpretation and translation services for court-ordered family contact has been managed by Leicestershire County Council. This tender, titled "Interpretation and translation for Court Ordered Family Contact", falls under the services category and is designed to cater to specialised communication needs. Located in the UK, specifically in Leicester, this contract addresses the delivery of British Sign Language and relay translator services, required immediately due to specific family-related case complexities. The procurement utilised a direct method, awarded without competition, with the official award date being 5th September 2025, spanning until 5th June 2026, valuing at £80,000. The contract has now been awarded and completed as of January 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in linguistic and interpretation services, particularly those with expertise in British Sign Language. Companies like UK Linguistic Services Ltd, an SME based in Liverpool, who were awarded this contract, exemplify how small to medium enterprises can engage in specialized government contracts and expand their business capabilities. Businesses with a strong background in legal interpretation, especially for sensitive circumstances like family law, would be well-suited for similar procurement opportunities, highlighting the value of offering niche and high-demand services to public sectors.

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Notice Title

Interpretation and translation for Court Ordered Family Contact

Notice Description

Provision of a British Sign Language and relay translator for court ordered family contact and communication with the family during a court case. Due to the complex requirements of the case and to meet the specific needs of the family this contract was awarded without competition.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06068b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003449-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
4 Sep 2025 - 5 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cfscommissioningsupport@leics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UK LINGUISTIC SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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