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title: "Interpretation and Translation Services"
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# Interpretation and Translation Services

Buyer: NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16b841f4-64c2-46f4-8446-ee8fdac0bb5e

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## Summary

The NHS Shared Business Services Ltd (NHS SBS) is currently conducting an open tender for "Interpretation and Translation Services," with an estimated contract value of £25 million. This procurement encompasses various lots, including spoken interpretation, British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation, telephone interpretation, document translation, video interpretation, and a comprehensive one-stop shop service. The tender was published on 11 January 2021 and has a closing date for submissions set for 15 February 2021. The contract will commence on 1 May 2021 and is scheduled to run until 30 April 2025. The services required under this contract will be delivered across the United Kingdom and other geographical areas, including British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in translation and interpretation services, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies offering diverse language services, including BSL expertise and technological solutions for telephone and video interpretation, would be well-placed to compete. Participation in this contract can enhance business growth by providing access to a substantial public sector client base, fostering additional partnerships and visibility in the industry.

## Notice

Framework for the provision of interpretation and translation services including; Lot 1: Spoken Interpretation, Lot 2: BSL Interpretation, Lot 3: Telephone Interpretation, Lot 4: Document Translation (Including transcription and ancillary services), Lot 5: Video Interpretation, Lot 6: One Stop Shop,

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dc6e788-3b0d-417f-bac2-a4284a4bf852 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2021 - 30 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD (NHS SBS) |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M50 2UW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Quays |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 11 Jan 2021 at 12:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dc6e788-3b0d-417f-bac2-a4284a4bf852

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dc6e788-3b0d-417f-bac2-a4284a4bf852
  11th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=35780&B=NHSSBS
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/39
  Full documentation is available on the NHS Shared Business Services EU-Supply e-tendering portal.

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