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title: "Award of contract for Language, Transcription and ancillary services"
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buyer: "DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT"
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# Award of contract for Language, Transcription and ancillary services

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-66b45534-307f-4936-8ad4-cab87085b9c9

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## Summary

The contract for Language, Transcription, and ancillary services has been awarded by the Department for Transport (DfTc) in London, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the translation services category with a total value of £300,000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract period commenced on 29 July 2021 and will run until 29 July 2024, with the tender process concluded on 1 July 2021. The award notice for this contract was published on 19 August 2021.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialised in language services, particularly those offering translation and transcription capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to consider competing for similar future contracts, as the DfTc actively seeks diverse suppliers, while larger firms may also play a role in collaborations. Companies with experience in public sector engagements, excellent service delivery using innovative technology, and a strong understanding of transport-related communications will be well-placed to submit competitive bids.

## Notice

Awarded contract for Language, transcription and ancillary services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f770bd1b-046d-4264-9a93-6b14bcdc076f |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2021 - 29 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| 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 | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LINK UP MITAKA LIMITED (BIG WORD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2021 at 18:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f770bd1b-046d-4264-9a93-6b14bcdc076f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f770bd1b-046d-4264-9a93-6b14bcdc076f
  19th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1e955110-ae3d-41ec-85f1-81a8e001d411
  n/a

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