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title: "Provision of Translation Services"
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# Provision of Translation Services

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e1b8abe7-a10f-4b08-9a25-049a9f36a382

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the provision of translation services was conducted by FCDO Services, based in Milton Keynes, England. The tender, identified by PNU1006970, falls under the services category with a focus on translation services, classified under CPV code 79530000. The procurement method used was a limited, competitive quotation below the threshold, designed to suit bids from small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The process reached the award stage on 22 August 2025, following the completion of the tender period on 20 July 2025. The contract, valued at £15,000, commences on 21 July 2025 and concludes on 31 December 2025, with services to be delivered in the postal code area MK19 7BH.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in translation services to expand their business by engaging with government procurement processes. Small and medium-sized translation companies can compete effectively due to the procurement method’s suitability criteria that specifically favour SMEs, offering a streamlined opportunity to secure government contracts. With a moderate contract value, it serves as an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to enter or expand their reach within the public sector, while simultaneously building a partnership with an established buyer, FCDO Services.

## Notice

Call from FCDO Services: XLY120/069/19/MZT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bce9992a-5fb0-4f5b-9744-d3d8445652af |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| 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 | FCDO 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 | MOHAMMED ZIAD TARAKJI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2025 at 14:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bce9992a-5fb0-4f5b-9744-d3d8445652af

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bce9992a-5fb0-4f5b-9744-d3d8445652af
  22nd August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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