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DfC Collaborative Framework for the Provision of Interpreting and Translation Services

Department for Communities

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02 Jun 2026 at 11:31

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Communities, a central government authority based in Belfast, is initiating an open tender for a collaborative framework agreement on interpreting and translation services. This procurement process is active, with the tender stage currently underway, and involves the Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD) unit acting as the procuring entity. This framework aims to service Northern Ireland, particularly through translation and interpretation services, including face-to-face, video, telephone, and sign language provisions. The procurement falls under the services category, with the open procedure method applied, covering various lots related to different service types. The submission deadline for tenders is 29th June 2026, with the contract expected to start on 1st September 2026 and last for four years, ending on 31st August 2030. Potential bidders should submit electronically via the eTendersNI platform, with queries allowed until 19th June 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in language services, particularly those offering translation, interpretation, and associated language support services. With an estimated gross value of £7.2 million, it offers a chance for business growth by servicing public sector needs across Northern Ireland. The framework aims to contract both SMEs and VCSEs, making it ideal for experienced language service providers looking to expand within the public sector. The procurement process involves the appointment of one primary contractor per lot, except Lot 4, where up to three contractors can be appointed based on the evaluation ranking. The contract also supports social value, offering an additional incentive for organisations aiming to contribute positively to community welfare and development. Businesses that meet the economic and technical criteria outlined in the tender documentation are well-placed to benefit from participating in this competitive procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DfC Collaborative Framework for the Provision of Interpreting and Translation Services

Notice Description

Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD), on behalf of the Participating Bodies (Northern Ireland Civil Service Departments, Agencies and Non-Departmental Public Bodies, and other Participating Bodies - 'the Buyer') is seeking to establish a collaborative framework agreement for the provision of interpreting and translation services. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedules for full detail on the requirements of this framework agreement. Neither CPD nor the Participating Bodies can provide any guarantee as to the level of business under this framework agreement.

Lot Information

Face to Face and Video

Face to Face and Video services

Telephone

Telephone translation services

Sign Language (BSL & ISL)

Sign language interpretation services

Lip Speaking

Lip Speaking translation services

Note Taking

Note taking services

Sign Language Translation

Sign language translation services

Written & Transcription

Translation & Transcription services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab42
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051800-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department for Communities
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 7EG
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

Notice Documents

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