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title: "Provision of Multilingual Translation Services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8b531828-5333-409e-9c8e-c12d35d79c10"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FCO SERVICES"
published: "2019-11-14"
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# Provision of Multilingual Translation Services

Buyer: FCO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8b531828-5333-409e-9c8e-c12d35d79c10

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a contract for the "Provision of Multilingual Translation Services," initiated by FCO Services, a governmental organisation based in Milton Keynes, England. The contract, valued at £20,000, falls under the category of translation services (CPV code: 79530000) and was awarded following a selective procurement method, specifically a competitive dialogue. The tender period concluded on 14th August 2019, with the contract effective from 15th August 2019 to 30th June 2023.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs with capabilities in multilingual translation services, particularly those specialising in delivering high-quality, diverse language solutions. Agencies with experience in working within governmental frameworks and adhering to stringent quality standards would be well-suited to compete. The awarded contract signifies a demand for responsive and culturally aware translation services, thereby allowing businesses engaged in this industry to expand their operations and expertise in public sector projects.

## Notice

Call off from FCO Services Contract Ref: XLY120/071/19 Additional information: N/A

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f42d6a38-242c-46c2-aee8-b64763791a2b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2019 |
| Contract period | 14 Aug 2019 - 30 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,000 |
| 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 | FCO SERVICES |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK19 7BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WESSEX TRANSLATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2019 at 09:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f42d6a38-242c-46c2-aee8-b64763791a2b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f42d6a38-242c-46c2-aee8-b64763791a2b
  14th November 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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