--- title: "C20190293 - Welsh Language Translation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-63ee17cf-79df-42a8-ac32-b8ce18894af2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-63ee17cf-79df-42a8-ac32-b8ce18894af2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63ee17cf-79df-42a8-ac32-b8ce18894af2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63ee17cf-79df-42a8-ac32-b8ce18894af2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "OFCOM" published: "2019-10-04" --- # C20190293 - Welsh Language Translation Buyer: OFCOM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63ee17cf-79df-42a8-ac32-b8ce18894af2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-63ee17cf-79df-42a8-ac32-b8ce18894af2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63ee17cf-79df-42a8-ac32-b8ce18894af2.json) ## Summary Ofcom, the communications regulator in the UK, is conducting a tender process for "C20190293 - Welsh Language Translation" services. This procurement falls under the services industry category and is situated in Wales, with a contract value of £350,000. The tender period is set to end on 4th November 2019, while the contract is anticipated to commence on 1st December 2019 and run until 30th November 2024. This open procurement process is designed to facilitate a range of translation services, including the accurate and timely translation of materials from English to Welsh and vice versa, as well as simultaneous translation when required. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in translation and language services, particularly those with proven capabilities in Welsh language translation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract, given the preference for agile providers that can manage multiple projects and adhere to tight deadlines. The need for a cloud-based dictionary of complex terms and regular contract management meetings also indicates a requirement for collaborative and innovative solutions that could provide a competitive edge. ## Notice Ofcom is the communications regulator in the UK. We regulate the TV and radio sectors, fixed line telecoms, mobiles, postal services, plus the airwaves over which wireless devices operate. We make sure that people in the UK get the best from their communications services and are protected from scams and sharp practices, while ensuring that competition can thrive. Ofcom operates under a number of Acts of Parliament, including in particular the Communications Act 2003. Ofcom must act within the powers and duties set for it by Parliament in legislation. Ofcom's principal duty under the Communications Act is to further the interests of citizens and of consumers, where appropriate by promoting competition. Meeting this duty is at the heart of everything we do. Accountable to Parliament, we set and enforce regulatory rules for the sectors for which we have responsibility. We also have powers to enforce competition law in those sectors, alongside the Competition and Markets Authority. Overview of Requirements The requirement is for delivery of a translation service from English to Welsh and less frequently, from Welsh to English. As a minimum, the service must deliver the following: - Accurate, timely and clear translation of a wide range of materials from English to Welsh and vice versa - Simultaneous translation as and when required - Undertake a number of projects at the same time during busy periods and the ability to work to very tight deadlines - Proof reading of documents - Ability to turn around within constrained timescales, e.g. one hour if the translation is urgent. - Quarterly contract management meetings at the Ofcom Wales Office It would be preferable were the service also able to: - maintain and develop a cloud-based dictionary of complex Ofcom terms which can be shared with Ofcom Wales staff to ensure consistency across translations. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/253ec7bc-d5a4-4960-91a3-139b0054b5ca | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Oct 2019 | | Submission deadline | 4 Nov 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2019 - 30 Nov 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £350,000 | | 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 | OFCOM | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South East London | | Postcode | SE1 9HA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark | | Local authority | Southwark | | Electoral ward | Borough & Bankside | | Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79530000 - Translation services ## Release History - 4 Oct 2019 at 07:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/253ec7bc-d5a4-4960-91a3-139b0054b5ca ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/253ec7bc-d5a4-4960-91a3-139b0054b5ca 4th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://ofcom.bravosolution.co.uk The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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