Award

Machine Translation

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University recently completed a procurement process for a machine translation software package, focusing on enhancing their translation capabilities. This tender, classified under services, specifically foreign language translation software package and translation services, was awarded on 1st October 2024. Considering Cardiff as the procurement location, this corporate project entails various intricate software requirements, including workflow management, machine learning integrations, and a customer memory bank for translated materials. The awarded contract, status marked as active, was signed on 30th September 2024, reflecting a diligent selection process.

This procurement creates substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in translation software and related technologies. SMEs focusing on innovative language solutions, AI, and software integration services could find this project particularly pertinent. The need for seamless web content editing and accurate translation services points to expansive collaboration prospects for businesses with strong capabilities in machine learning, software development, and workflow optimisation. Cardiff University’s structured procurement process signifies an ideal opportunity for well-equipped suppliers to provide cutting-edge translation technologies.

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Notice Title

Machine Translation

Notice Description

Cardiff University require a machine translation software package that provides the following:* An online portal for our clients to submit their work requests that can be embedded into our intranet* A workflow management system for the Welsh Translation Unit and clients to be able to track progress of work requests (both internal and external) to ensure timely completion and delivery* Integrations with machine translation (MT) providers to aid with translation speeds* Machine learning, based on translation choices in the target language, provided by the MT AI* A customer memory bank of all previously translated materials (to speed up translation turnaround times)* Integration with our Squiz programme (to allow for seamless editing of web content)* Immediate analysis of word count to determine what is already in the memory bank and how many new words need to be translated* Immediate quote function to determine cost of translation, based on number of new words and external suppliers' rates* A reporting and analysis function for data and performance monitoring

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-144918
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=144918
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

48740000 - Foreign language translation software package

72268000 - Software supply services

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
1 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Julie Price, Category Manager
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 2920879648

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 0DE
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Adamsdown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHRASE

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