Planning

BLC0313 - National Police Language Services Framework (2027)

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED

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24 Apr 2026 at 14:53

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED is initiating a planned procurement process for the National Police Language Services Framework, set to begin in 2027. The tender aims to establish a framework agreement for interpreting and translation services for the policing sector across the United Kingdom, classified under the CPV code 79530000. The procurement is in the planning stage, with a future notice expected on 1st October 2026. The contract period is planned from 15th September 2027 to 14th September 2035. Organisations in the public authority sub-central government sector may find this opportunity particularly relevant, and potential participants should be aware of the planned procurement stage and the future notice deadline.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity within the services category, especially for businesses specialising in language translation and interpretation. Companies that offer robust language solutions and have experience working within governmental frameworks will likely have a competitive advantage. With a framework agreement in place, firms can secure long-term collaboration with a well-regarded public authority, providing consistent business opportunities. Suitable candidates will likely have experience in delivering high-quality language services and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BLC0313 - National Police Language Services Framework (2027)

Notice Description

Framework for provision of interpreting and translation services to policing

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068af3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037717-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Sep 2027 - 14 Sep 2035 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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