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title: "DHSC Easy Read Translation"
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# DHSC Easy Read Translation

Buyer: DHSC  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b3619a19-d964-42ea-81a5-f2ca18fb232d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "DHSC Easy Read Translation" contract, initiated by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), involves the delivery of translation services specifically designed to provide easy-to-read English guidance regarding vaccination deployment in care homes. This contract is classified under the CPV code 79530000, and is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was a limited competitive quotation, with the contract value set at £1,697.33 and a minimum bidding amount of £1,600. The tender period concluded on 5th August 2021, while the contract commenced on 10th August 2021 and will end on 11th November 2021. The award of the contract was officially published on 16th August 2021.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in translation and accessibility services, particularly those with capabilities in adapting complex guidance into simplified formats. Companies that focus on visual communication or have expertise in easy-read formats may find themselves well-positioned to expand their offerings through similar contracts. Given the focus on the health sector, businesses that have experience working with public health initiatives or care settings would also be particularly suited to compete in this procurement space.

## Notice

English Easy read translation of guidance for 'Making vaccination a condition of deployment in care homes'

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a20bfad-060d-4e05-a029-020242fdf2c7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 9 Aug 2021 - 11 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,697 |
| 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 | DHSC |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0EU |
| 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 | GLOBAL CONNECTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 16 Aug 2021 at 11:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a20bfad-060d-4e05-a029-020242fdf2c7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a20bfad-060d-4e05-a029-020242fdf2c7
  16th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000NJBy/M66CQ1uLJ.WsGYp69QeyY8uIqrhMuWvjnLUVQ4m6yQw
  C40883_Translation into Easy Read _signed FW_OSC DHSC.pdf redacted

## Provenance

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