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title: "British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - AWARD"
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# British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - AWARD

Buyer: DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ce21a279-f178-4e5f-a395-bee5c4ca6fbe

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## Summary

The Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council has completed a procurement process for British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter services under the title "British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - AWARD". This contract falls within the education and training services category and is located in the West Midlands, specifically within the Sandwell area. The contract period is set to commence on 4th January 2021 and conclude on 30th June 2021, with an award value of £2,450. The tender was awarded following a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure, with submissions accepted until 14th December 2020.

This opportunity is particularly beneficial for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that provide interpreting services and have experience working with individuals facing various barriers, including disabilities and mental health issues. Providers must ensure they meet the required standards, including having current safeguarding policies, professional indemnity insurance, and approval by the National Registers of Communication Professionals working with Deaf and Deafblind People (NRCPD). This presents a chance for businesses in the interpreting sector to engage with local community initiatives and grow their service offerings.

## Notice

This programme is designed to support participants who require a BSL Interpreter in order to participate in the Black Country Impact Programme. This provision will support participants who wish to get involved in a range of activities and training provision to move closer towards their career aspirations. Participants will need a BSL interpreter in order to support their development. They may also have a range of other barriers which could include disabilities and mental health. Providers must demonstrate their experience of working with these groups. Interpreters will need to travel to support our participants at locations determined by their training provision (within the Sandwell area). Support could be delivered remotely where clients are taking part in remote learning. Advance notice will be given of upcoming sessions. Travel costs must be incorporated in the hourly rate. It is anticipated that providers will be aligned and approved by the NRCPD. All interpreters must have a current standard disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. As a company you must have a current safeguarding policy and valid professional indemnity insurance. Service Provider must:

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b118aa78-4762-4cb3-9b77-75929a992cf2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,450 |
| 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 | DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Dudley |
| Postcode | DY1 1HF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG36 Dudley |
| Local authority | Dudley |
| Electoral ward | St. James's |
| Westminster constituency | Dudley |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SANDWELL DEAF COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2020 at 09:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b118aa78-4762-4cb3-9b77-75929a992cf2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b118aa78-4762-4cb3-9b77-75929a992cf2
  21st December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dudley.gov.uk

## Provenance

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