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title: "Language and Interpretation Services for B&NES Council"
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# Language and Interpretation Services for B&NES Council

Buyer: BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f35e9e9e-7efa-40da-8993-fca314a9c7c4

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## Summary

The public procurement process managed by Bath and North East Somerset Council entails the provision of "Language and Interpretation Services". It falls under the "Translation services" industry category with CPV code 79530000. The contract, awarded to Language Empire, covers interpretation and translation services, including face-to-face, telephone, online, British Sign Language interpreting, and accessible formats such as Easy read and Braille. This tender process was initiated under the CCS Framework (reference number RM6302) and has been completed with an active status. The initial contract, valued at £201,000 excluding VAT, runs for 36 months with possible extensions, bringing the total potential value to £335,000. The procurement covers a wide geographical area within England, including major regions like London, Yorkshire, and the South West. The award was formalized on 13 May 2026, and the contract extends from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2029.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities for companies specializing in language and interpretation services, particularly Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), given their suitability considerations. The nature of the services required opens up a market for diverse linguistic offerings, and businesses capable of delivering innovative and accessible communication solutions will likely benefit. Companies with expertise in creating accessible content in various formats or those capable of handling niche languages are well-suited to compete in such tenders, potentially allowing for an expansion into broader regional markets across the United Kingdom. The procurement method outlined allows for other innovative market entrants to provide competitive service delivery within this scope.

## Notice

Call-off under CCS Framework (reference number RM6302)\r \r The total value of this contracts initial 36 month term is PS201,000 (ex vat)\r There are 2 x 12 month extensions available as follows:\r \r * Optional extension 1 value is PS67,000 (ex vat)\r * Optional extension 2 value is PS67,000 (ex vat)\r \r The total potential contract value exclusive of vat is PS335,000? (including all extension options)\r \r The following services are required through this contract;\r \r * Interpretation - face to face, telephone and online - interpretation from one language to another.\r * Translation of written materials from one language to another.\r * British Sign Language interpreting\r * Accessible formats - (e.g. Easy read, Braille etc).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c02dc17-dbfd-459a-a6d7-77e7b1e30b6f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £335,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £335,000 |
| 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 | BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | KEYNSHAM |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS31 1FS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Keynsham North |
| Westminster constituency | North East Somerset and Hanham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LANGUAGE EMPIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 09:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c02dc17-dbfd-459a-a6d7-77e7b1e30b6f
- 5 Jun 2026 at 07:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43a1e774-cbd4-4008-919a-23ab86271a01

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c02dc17-dbfd-459a-a6d7-77e7b1e30b6f
  5th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43a1e774-cbd4-4008-919a-23ab86271a01
  5th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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