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UK_1407- Welsh Translation Framework

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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17 Jul 2026 at 08:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, a sub-central government public authority, is initiating an open procurement process for the "UK_1407- Welsh Translation Framework." This tender aims to establish a framework to meet the organisation's Welsh language translation needs, in line with the Welsh Language Act. The procurement falls under the services category, with a contract value of £207,000. The procurement process is active and open for electronic submissions, with key deadlines including an enquiry period ending on 27th July 2026 and a submission deadline of 11th August 2026. The location for this procurement is London, UK.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in translation services, particularly those familiar with Welsh language translations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to apply, as the framework agreement accommodates direct awards and further competitive opportunities. Businesses that can provide high-quality translation services and work within a framework setup will be well-suited to compete. The contract period is set to start on 21st September 2026, extending until 25th September 2030, offering a stable, long-term engagement for the successful suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK_1407- Welsh Translation Framework

Notice Description

The British Council is seeking to set up a framework of suppliers to fulfil our Welsh Language translation requirements and to ensure adherence to the Welsh Language Act. This framework will span not just the Welsh offices' requirements but also further business needs too.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd6e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067521-2026
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£207,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£207,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 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
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

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