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# Translation and Interpretation Services

Buyer: ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6d7678ef-80d9-45ed-83c6-dd50b380394d

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## Summary

Ashford Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for its "Translation and Interpretation Services" tender. This procurement, classified under CPV codes 79530000 (Translation services) and 79540000 (Interpretation services), is aimed at supporting the Housing Service's needs for clients whose first language is not English. The contract, valued at £460,000, covers translation and interpretation services at various locations, with the main address being TN23 1PL in Ashford, England. The procurement was carried out using an open procedure, above the threshold, and key deadlines included the tender period ending on 29 April 2024. The awarded contract will span from 24 June 2024 to 23 June 2029, with the award date being 23 July 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in translation and interpretation services, especially those geared towards supporting governmental or public sector clients. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited given the suitability criteria. Firms that can offer robust language support services, accommodate varying language needs, and work directly with council services or partner agencies stand to benefit significantly from this contract, which was awarded to WORD360 LTD. This opportunity provides a platform for business growth by aligning capabilities with public sector service requirements in Ashford.

## Notice

INTERPRETATION/24/1 Ashford Borough Council is looking to procure a supplier to provide Interpretation and Translation Services as required by the Housing Service for clients who English is not their first language. This may be working with individuals, families or larger groups and maybe working directly with members of the Housing Service (or other Services within the council) or partner agencies as required. Procurement documentation can be downloaded from the Kent Business Portal https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00c27fc6-1120-44c9-a765-34c5df90c104 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2024 - 24 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £460,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £46,137 |
| 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 | ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ASHFORD |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN23 1PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Ashford |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Ashford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WORD360 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2024 at 21:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00c27fc6-1120-44c9-a765-34c5df90c104
- 28 Mar 2024 at 17:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fee13e31-b8cc-4612-9b30-1233e8d50f01

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00c27fc6-1120-44c9-a765-34c5df90c104
  23rd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fee13e31-b8cc-4612-9b30-1233e8d50f01
  28th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/
  The tender documents and additional information can be accessed from the Kent Business Portal.

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