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title: "Translation and Transcription"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6fa1168a-ceb0-4e3b-b07a-5f10515c2ec6"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE"
published: "2026-07-23"
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# Translation and Transcription

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6fa1168a-ceb0-4e3b-b07a-5f10515c2ec6

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice is overseeing a procurement process for the "Translation and Transcription" services, focusing on converting audio files into written English. Categorised under "Translation services" (CPV code: 79530000), this contract spans multiple locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Overseas Territories, among others. The tender process has reached the award stage, successfully completed on the 6th of July 2026. The selective procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement valued at £134,291.19, with services due to start on the 13th of July 2026 and conclude by the 29th of January 2027.

This procurement opportunity is particularly advantageous for businesses specialising in linguistic services, transcription, and translation. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are well-suited given the agreement's framework that supports diverse participation. The successful award to Reed Specialist Recruitment as the supplier underscores the Ministry of Justice's commitment to engaging with a broad range of capable entities to achieve project goals efficiently and effectively. Businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in government service contracts will find this tender a significant opportunity for growth and collaboration.

## Notice

Translation and transcription of audio files into written English.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95eaf8a9-5748-49be-9def-b570f2c4f02b |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Jul 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £134,291 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £134,291 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9AJ |
| 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 | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT (OPERATING AS CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2026 at 11:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95eaf8a9-5748-49be-9def-b570f2c4f02b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/95eaf8a9-5748-49be-9def-b570f2c4f02b
  23rd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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