--- title: "Translation and Interpretation Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-be18968e-58a0-49c1-89d2-5c3545fbcf87" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-be18968e-58a0-49c1-89d2-5c3545fbcf87" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be18968e-58a0-49c1-89d2-5c3545fbcf87.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be18968e-58a0-49c1-89d2-5c3545fbcf87.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2018-10-09" --- # Translation and Interpretation Services Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be18968e-58a0-49c1-89d2-5c3545fbcf87 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-be18968e-58a0-49c1-89d2-5c3545fbcf87) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be18968e-58a0-49c1-89d2-5c3545fbcf87.json) ## Summary Bedford Borough Council is currently conducting a tender for Translation and Interpretation Services, aimed at supporting the council's commitment to the 2010 Equality Act and Public Service Equality Duty. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 26 October 2018. Interested organisations must register on the council’s online e-tendering portal to participate in this open procedure, which allows for extensive competition across a wide range of service providers in the services industry. The contract is anticipated to commence on 3 January 2019 and will run until 4 January 2021, with services provided potentially across various UK locations including Bedford itself, as well as some overseas territories. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in translation and interpretation services to expand their client base within the public sector. Companies that are agile and experienced in delivering high-quality language services would be well-suited to compete, especially those equipped to handle the nuances of public service communications. The open procurement method also encourages small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and multilingual businesses to engage, fostering a competitive environment that could lead to substantial contracts if successfully obtained. ## Notice Bedford Borough Council (the Council) is committed to achieving the aims of the 2010 Equality Act and the Public Service Equality Duty. The provision of a high quality translation service would help to eliminate unlawful discrimination, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations with patients and service users. Additional information: The procurement will be undertaken using the Council's online secure e-tendering portal and all interested organisations will need to register via the following link: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford Please note that notification emails will be sent to the email address registered on the system so it is advisable to use an email address that is regularly monitored on behalf of your organisation. During the procurement process it is compulsory for bidders to utilise the e-tendering portal as the main channel of communication and exchange of documents. For this purpose, as stated above, it is essential that bidders register with a valid, accurate and regularly monitored email address. In declaring an interest in this procurement process, bidders agree to the use of this system. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14e8f048-1353-4237-b6fc-ffb2015e7eb8 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 26 Oct 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Jan 2019 - 4 Jan 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | ENGLAND | | Post town | Milton Keynes | | Postcode | MK42 9AP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford | | Local authority | Bedford | | Electoral ward | Cauldwell | | Westminster constituency | Bedford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79530000 - Translation services - 79540000 - Interpretation services ## Release History - 9 Oct 2018 at 08:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14e8f048-1353-4237-b6fc-ffb2015e7eb8 - 9 Oct 2018 at 08:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14e8f048-1353-4237-b6fc-ffb2015e7eb8 - 9 Oct 2018 at 08:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14e8f048-1353-4237-b6fc-ffb2015e7eb8 - 28 Sep 2018 at 15:47 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14e8f048-1353-4237-b6fc-ffb2015e7eb8 - 28 Sep 2018 at 15:47 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14e8f048-1353-4237-b6fc-ffb2015e7eb8 - 28 Sep 2018 at 15:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14e8f048-1353-4237-b6fc-ffb2015e7eb8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14e8f048-1353-4237-b6fc-ffb2015e7eb8 9th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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