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title: "Framework for the provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028bf3"
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# Framework for the provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028bf3

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is initiating a framework agreement for the provision of Interpreting, Translation, and Transcription Services within the Scottish public sector. This procurement is classified under interpretation services and is valued at £14,400,000. Currently in the award stage, successful bidders include Global Language Services Ltd, Global Connections (Scotland) Ltd, and DA Languages Limited. The framework aims to provide a range of services such as face-to-face interpreting, and various remote communication methods, with a contract expected to span up to four years and potential for renewal. The contract was signed on 9 November 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for language service providers and SMEs in the interpretation and translation industry to expand their market presence in the public sector. Businesses equipped with expertise in various languages and those offering technological solutions for remote communication will find this framework particularly beneficial. With a structured quality and pricing criteria, companies that can demonstrate strong service delivery and competitive rates stand a good chance of leveraging this opportunity for sustainable growth within the public sector landscape.

## Notice

This Framework Agreement is for the Provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services to public bodies across the Scottish Public Sector to meet all requirements of the service including face to face, remote video and telephone interpreting, translation and transcription.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This Framework Agreement is for the Provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services to public bodies across the Scottish Public Sector. Definitions for each aspect of the services are as follows: Face to Face Interpreting - interpretation of spoken words into spoken words in a live setting face to face. This can be from a foreign language into English or vice versa. Remote Video Interpreting - a scheduled, live remote video interpreting service either via the Framework Public Body video portal or via the Contractor video portal. Telephone Interpreting - interpretation of spoken words into spoken works from a foreign language into English or vice versa in live telephone conversations at agreed locations or via telephone conferencing. Translation - translation of written words from one language into another. This can be from a foreign language into English or vice versa. Transcription - transcribing the spoken word into written form. This is typically from a recording, rather than in a live setting, and can be from a foreign language into English or vice versa.

Renewal: Subject to renewal if demand continues after framework duration.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029686-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | 31 May 2021 |
| Award date | 9 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | within 4 years |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,400,000 |
| Lots value | £14,400,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,400,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | DA LANGUAGES; GLOBAL CONNECTIONS (SCOTLAND; GLOBAL LANGUAGE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2021 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029686-2021
- 21 Jul 2021 at 13:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017233-2021
- 20 Jan 2021 at 16:16 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001181-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/public-bodies/about/Bodies
- https://www.gov.scot/publications/public-procurement-governance/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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