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title: "WE_1135 Translation and Interpretation Services for the British Council Turkey"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0610fa"
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# WE_1135 Translation and Interpretation Services for the British Council Turkey

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0610fa

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## Summary

The British Council is seeking to establish a framework agreement for Translation and Interpretation Services in Turkey, under the tender titled "WE_1135 Translation and Interpretation Services for the British Council Turkey." This procurement is classified under the services category, specifically targeting translation and interpretation services. Managed by the British Council's London office, located at 1 Redman Place, this tender invites open competition submissions by 12th February 2026. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an emphasis on electronic submissions. The total contract value is estimated at £60,000, excluding taxes, with a potential gross amount of £70,800. The contract is expected to run from 2nd March 2026, with the possibility of extension annually for four years, commencing from 2028.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for translation and interpretation businesses based and registered in Turkey, aiming to engage with a reputed entity like the British Council. Companies specialising in high-quality translation and proofreading, and capable of meeting criteria on quality, methodology, and commercial terms, are well-suited to compete. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, given the procurement’s suitability for such entities. An emphasis on quality and methodology alongside commercial viability offers firms the potential to establish a long-term relationship, supporting both business growth and international presence through this prestigious project.

## Notice

British Council Turkey is looking to enter into framework agreement with up to 3 translation companies based and registered in Turkey for translation, proofreading and interpretation services.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: option to extend addition 4 times annually

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007628-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | £60,000 |
| 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 | BRITISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2026 at 14:01 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007628-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007628-2026
  28th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.britishcouncil.org
- https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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