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title: "BSL Video Translation Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054900"
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buyer: "OAK NATIONAL ACADEMY LIMITED"
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# BSL Video Translation Services

Buyer: OAK NATIONAL ACADEMY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054900

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## Summary

Oak National Academy Limited, based in Manchester, has completed the procurement process for BSL Video Translation Services, awarding the contract to TheBigWord Group Limited. This initiative falls under the industry category of translation services, with the primary aim of enhancing accessibility for Key Stage 1 curriculum lessons. The procurement was conducted directly, without competition, adhering to the below threshold constraints as outlined in the Procurement Act 2023. The contract, valued at £23,848 including VAT, started on 1 May 2025 and concludes on 30 June 2025. This was awarded under specific technical grounds enabling unique integration with AI-driven Signapse, ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with relevant regulations.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in AI and technical solutions for translation services, particularly those capable of integrating with unique platforms like Signapse. SMEs offering innovative and cost-effective translation solutions may find opportunities to engage in similar contracts by showcasing the technical uniqueness of their offers. Organisations in the translation industry with the capability to meet time-limited accessibility initiatives and specialise in video content for educational purposes are well-positioned to compete in this sector.

## Notice

Oak National Academy has awarded a contract to TheBigWord Group Limited for the provision of British Sign Language (BSL) video translation services. The contract covers the translation of 135 Key Stage 1 curriculum lessons (11 Maths and 124 English) into BSL to enhance accessibility for children with visual impairments or those not yet able to read captions. This is a time-limited accessibility initiative aligning with Oak's statutory duties. The contract has been awarded under Schedule 5, Paragraph 10 of the Procurement Act 2023 (technical or interoperability grounds), as the supplier offers a unique technical solution through its exclusive integration with Signapse, an AI-driven translation provider. This partnership enables BSL video production at PS6.10 per minute-down from a typical market rate of PS22.00-delivering significant value for money. The contract is valued at PS23,848 (inc. VAT) and will run from 1 May 2025 to 30 June 2025. The supplier was previously engaged under CCS framework RM6141, and this new contract continues the same pricing and service model following the framework's expiry. No other provider offers the same combination of integration, AI capability, and cost efficiency. This award is compliant with section 50 and Regulation 28 of the Procurement Regulations 2024. A Contract Award Notice is required and has been issued accordingly. No standstill period is required as the contract is below threshold.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032473-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £19,873 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OAK NATIONAL ACADEMY LIMITED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M3 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THEBIGWORD GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2025 at 08:59 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032473-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032473-2025
  16th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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