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title: "Interpretation"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0a584fe1-7b50-4821-b8ab-b06e141281ed"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2021-08-11"
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# Interpretation

Buyer: WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0a584fe1-7b50-4821-b8ab-b06e141281ed

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## Summary

The West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is seeking bids for a contract titled "Interpretation," aimed at providing face-to-face interpretation services valued at £100,000. This procurement falls under the translation services category (CPV Code: 79530000) and was conducted using a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 7th May 2021, and the contract will be active from 24th May 2021 to 23rd May 2022, with delivery required in the East of England, UK.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to expand their service offerings within the healthcare sector. Businesses specialising in interpretation services, particularly those with a proven track record of working in public health settings, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in such tenders not only enhances a company’s portfolio but also fosters lasting relationships with public sector clients.

## Notice

Provision of face to face interpretation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056e30a2-2417-4ce3-ac23-c21f67f3cea2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 23 May 2021 - 23 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | BURY ST EDMUNDS |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP33 2QZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH64 West Suffolk |
| Local authority | West Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Southgate |
| Westminster constituency | Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DCVS TRADING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 11 Aug 2021 at 14:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056e30a2-2417-4ce3-ac23-c21f67f3cea2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056e30a2-2417-4ce3-ac23-c21f67f3cea2
  11th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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