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title: "Mini Competition for the provision of a Managed Translation and Interpretation Service."
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buyer: "NHS SOUTH WEST - ACUTES"
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# Mini Competition for the provision of a Managed Translation and Interpretation Service.

Buyer: NHS SOUTH WEST - ACUTES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1ad155e1-c27d-414a-955b-433417eb5406

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## Summary

NHS South West - Acutes has issued a Mini Competition for the provision of a Managed Translation and Interpretation Service under the NHS SBS Framework reference SBS/21/NL/ZWV/10127. This tender is targeted at suppliers on LOT 6 of the framework, with non-compliant submissions being rejected. The procurement is in the tender stage, with significant dates including the tender period ending on 19th September 2024 at 12:00 PM BST. The contract will commence on 20th September 2024 and conclude on 21st September 2024. The services are to be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom and fall under the CPV codes for Translation and Interpretation services.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in translation and interpretation services. Given the short duration of the contract, businesses that are agile and can rapidly scale their services stand to benefit the most. It is particularly suitable for suppliers already on LOT 6 of the NHS SBS Framework, ensuring a competitive yet exclusive bidding environment. Participating in this procurement can enable businesses to strengthen their portfolio within the public sector and potentially secure future contracts with NHS organisations.

## Notice

This Mini Competition is being run under the NHS SBS Framework reference SBS/21/NL/ZWV/10127 and is strictly restricted to those suppliers on LOT 6 of the framework. ANY SUPPLIER SUBMITTING A BID WHO IS NOT ON THAT LOT OF THE FRAMEWORK WILL HAVE THIER SUBMISSION REJECTED UNOPENED.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b568b3b-f66e-4a8c-a883-a7a0f159a97f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2024 - 21 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 SOUTH WEST - ACUTES |
| Locality | EX2 5DW |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX1 2ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Newtown and St Leonard's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 30 Aug 2024 at 13:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b568b3b-f66e-4a8c-a883-a7a0f159a97f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b568b3b-f66e-4a8c-a883-a7a0f159a97f
  30th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=85229&B=NHSSW
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/45644
  User / Company

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