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title: "RES/PS/Language Services Framework"
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# RES/PS/Language Services Framework

Buyer: BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e9b2a2e-3bb8-47a0-afc2-c614d25f6b9d

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## Summary

Bristol City Council is seeking to establish a framework for language services through the tender titled "RES/PS/Language Services Framework." This procurement falls under the services industry category with a specific focus on interpreting and translation services. The tender was published on 27th July 2022, with the tender period closing on 26th August 2022. The contract will commence on 23rd October 2022 and will run until 22nd October 2024, and the total value of the contract is £1,500,000. This is an open procurement process designed to invite applications from various providers to assist the in-house Translation and Interpreting Service due to high demand.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in language services, particularly those offering interpreting and translation capabilities in English and a diverse range of languages. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as they can effectively support Bristol City Council’s service delivery needs. Participation in this tender can enhance their visibility and contribute to business growth through long-term contracts with a major public sector entity.

## Notice

The purpose of this procurement exercise is to establish a framework for Bristol City Council Translations and Interpreting Service. TIS (Translation and Interpreting Service) have an internal offering and provide language services across the council and external organisations spanning all sectors. TIS cover Bristol and neighbouring areas and provide a first class, confidential interpreting, and translation service in English and over 50 other languages. The Interpreters and Translators are highly experienced and professional, offering an effective and efficient service. Due to high demand and rare languages, TIS cannot always meet the service demand with the in-house interpreters and translators and seek to commission a provider to support the in-house team.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17239c82-56a7-428e-ac9e-3251a07700b2 |
| 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 | 27 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Oct 2022 - 22 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| 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

- 27 Jul 2022 at 09:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17239c82-56a7-428e-ac9e-3251a07700b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17239c82-56a7-428e-ac9e-3251a07700b2
  27th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=40707cdf-b9fe-ec11-8116-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bristol.gov.uk/

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