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title: "Translation and Interpretation Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c211"
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# Translation and Interpretation Services

Buyer: ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c211

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## Summary

Ashford Borough Council has initiated an open procedure tender for Translation and Interpretation Services specifically aimed at assisting the Housing Service for clients whose first language is not English. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the final date for submission set for 17th January 2025. This service will cater to various needs, including individuals, families, and larger groups, and will be coordinated with the Housing Service and other council services or partner agencies as required. The contract period is for an initial term of four years, with a possible one-year extension. The services fall under the "Translation services" industry category with a CPV code of 79530000, and the project's location is within the UKJ4 region. Companies can submit their bids electronically through the provided online portal.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in language services, enabling them to secure a long-term contract valued at £460,000 over the contract duration. Companies experienced in providing high-quality translation and interpretation services, particularly within public sector environments, will find this tender particularly suitable. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in translation and interpretation, who have the capability to deliver these services within the stipulated time frame and meet the council's needs, are well-placed to benefit from this opportunity. The contract's longevity and potential extension offer stability and the prospect for sustained business growth in cooperation with Ashford Borough Council's housing and associated services.

## Notice

Ashford Borough Council is looking to procure a supplier to provide Interpretation and Translation Services as required by the Housing Service for clients who English is not their first language. This may be working with individuals, families or larger groups and maybe working directly with members of the Housing Service (or other Services within the council) or partner agencies as required.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Ashford Borough Council is looking to procure a supplier to provide Interpretation and Translation Services as required by the Housing Service for clients who English is not their first language. This may be working with individuals, families or larger groups and maybe working directly with members of the Housing Service (or other Services within the council) or partner agencies as required.

Options: Initial term of 4 years with possible 1 year extension

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039006-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | At the expiry of the contract. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £460,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ASHFORD |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN23 1PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Ashford |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Ashford |
| Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2024 at 10:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039006-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ashford.gov.uk/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/

## Provenance

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