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title: "Provision of Linguistic Services for UK MoD Global and UK Based Operations"
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# Provision of Linguistic Services for UK MoD Global and UK Based Operations

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9b6cded-653b-4a67-9d0e-33a1fca5d798

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## Summary

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded a contract for the "Provision of Linguistic Services for UK MoD Global and UK Based Operations" to Worldwide Language Resources Limited. This procurement, classified under the industry categories of Translation and Interpretation services (CPV: 79530000, 79540000), will support MoD operations both in the UK and globally. The contract, procured through a call-off from the CCS framework RM6141 on a selective procurement method, covers multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, various British Overseas Territories, multiple European nations, and numerous locations worldwide. The contract period begins on 5th April 2024 and ends on 4th April 2028, with a total value of £120,800,000 GBP. This is in the Award stage as of 30th July 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in linguistic and translation services to collaborate with one of the largest defence organisations in the UK. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract particularly beneficial due to its scale and the potential to provide support across various global locations. Companies experienced in providing both face-to-face interpretation and written translation services, especially those with capabilities in diverse geographical areas, would be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities in the future. The contract’s extensive scope also suggests potential for subcontracting and partnership arrangements to efficiently meet the wide-ranging linguistic needs of the MoD.

## Notice

To provide linguistic services to support UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) UK and Global Operations. This includes, but is not limited to, face-to-face interpretation and written translation services both globally and in the UK on an as required basis. This is an awarded opportunity, competed through the CCS framework RM6141. This has been awarded to Worldwide Language Resources Limited.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfc4acb2-bcd7-46f7-90c8-409e69e6df39 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Apr 2024 - 4 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,800,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | NORTHWOOD |
| Post town | Harrow |
| Postcode | HA6 3HP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Three Rivers |
| Electoral ward | Moor Park & Eastbury |
| Westminster constituency | South West Hertfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WORLDWIDE LANGUAGE RESOURCES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2024 at 08:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfc4acb2-bcd7-46f7-90c8-409e69e6df39

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfc4acb2-bcd7-46f7-90c8-409e69e6df39
  30th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c0c256bf-8f90-4efd-ae45-e8bc931ca0b7
  REDACTED ORDER FORM
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/19830bb6-74f6-4dba-bef7-3eea087dbde1
  REDACTED SOR
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9d6e1cd9-0d6a-469a-9635-d6da46ddd9bc
  REDACTED Tasking Order Form (TOF)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/41ae2e17-3929-4321-8d7a-34ccbfd04a68
  Redacted MOD TERMS
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf2c199d-990d-4ac4-8d71-e237af894981
  Framework T&Cs RM6141

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