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title: "NEPO512 Translation and Interpreting Services - LOT 1 FACE TO FACE (NORTH EAST) Rank 3"
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# NEPO512 Translation and Interpreting Services - LOT 1 FACE TO FACE (NORTH EAST) Rank 3

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2783efb0-3660-4bdc-ae4c-52ba76c93e1b

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## Summary

Darlington Borough Council has conducted a procurement process for the "NEPO512 Translation and Interpreting Services - LOT 1 FACE TO FACE (NORTH EAST) Rank 3". The contract pertains to face-to-face interpreting services within the North East of the United Kingdom, specifically under the classification of Translation and Interpretation services. The procurement method used was a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and has reached the award stage. The total contract value amounts to £60,000, with the contract period starting on 1st July 2026 and ending on 30th June 2028. The award status is currently active, with Language Empire Limited being the awarded supplier, officially published on 15th July 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in language services and operating as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Participation in this tender could significantly benefit businesses capable of providing robust interpreting services across the North East region. The long-term contract offers a steady revenue stream and the possibility to forge lasting partnerships with governmental bodies, enhancing credibility and expanding market presence. Businesses that are adept at servicing government frameworks and capable of delivering high-quality face-to-face interpreting services are well-suited to compete for this tender.

## Notice

Ranked 3 of Face to face interpreting in the North East area.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59c1d04e-7983-4397-a48d-116c71e44e89 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,000 |
| 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 | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LANGUAGE EMPIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2026 at 14:00 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59c1d04e-7983-4397-a48d-116c71e44e89
- 15 Jul 2026 at 10:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59c1d04e-7983-4397-a48d-116c71e44e89

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59c1d04e-7983-4397-a48d-116c71e44e89
  15th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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