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Translation Services

GLASGOW LIFE (CULTURE & SPORT GLASGOW)

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12 Mar 2025 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Life (Culture & Sport Glasgow) has completed the procurement process for Translation Services, a contract aimed at providing translation, transcription, and ancillary services for the Burrell Collection and Riverside Museum. This contract falls under the general public services industry category and is located in Glasgow, specifically within the region UKM82. The process was carried out using an open procedure under the CCS RM6141 Language Services Framework, with key dates including a contract signing on 17 February 2025 and the award notice published on 12 March 2025. The total contract value is £33,067.83 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in language services to gain exposure and build their portfolio with high-profile clients such as cultural institutions. The requirements are comprehensive, encompassing not just translation but also transcription and other ancillary services, making it ideal for businesses with diverse capabilities in these areas. Given the substantial nature of the contract and the specificity of services required, larger businesses or those with substantial experience in public service contracts would be well-suited to compete for such opportunities. This procurement also encourages participation through an open method, ensuring fair competition and potential for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Translation Services

Notice Description

Glasgow Life conducted a direct award via LOT 2 Translation, Transcription and Ancillary Services of CCS RM6141 Language Services Framework for the provision of Translation Services for The Burrell Collection and Riverside Museum

Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow Life conducted a direct award via LOT 2 Translation, Transcription and Ancillary Services of CCS RM6141 Language Services for the provision of Translation Services for The Burrell Collection and Riverside Museum

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000791372
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525838
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£33,067 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLASGOW LIFE (CULTURE & SPORT GLASGOW)
Contact Name
Gabriella Dennis
Contact Email
gabriella.dennis@glasgowlife.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1412875923

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1LH
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THEBIGWORD INTERPRETING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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