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title: "Sign Language Interpretation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067806"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY"
published: "2026-03-30"
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# Sign Language Interpretation

Buyer: SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067806

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## Summary

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) is currently in the tender stage of procuring services for sign language interpretation, specifically focusing on interpretation services between English and British Sign Language (BSL) for parliamentary business. The location for this service is the Scottish Parliament in Holyrood, Edinburgh, UK. The procurement process utilises an open procedure method under the European Union procurement regulations, and the tender submission deadline is set for 18 May 2026, with an award period commencing shortly thereafter. The contract is valued at £150,000 GBP, covering a period from 1 August 2026 to 31 August 2029, with potential extension for up to 24 months at the discretion of SPCB.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for firms specialising in interpretation services, particularly those with expertise in BSL and high-pressure live broadcast environments. Businesses capable of delivering real-time, high-quality BSL interpretation during live broadcasts, public events, and engagement activities are well-suited to compete. The requirement prioritises technical quality over cost, with a 60:40 ratio, and mandates certifications such as Cyber Essentials. Participating firms can expand their portfolio by collaborating with a significant legislative body, promising consistent and vital service delivery within the Scottish public sector. This contract highlights the chance for businesses to contribute to inclusive parliamentary engagement and showcase their excellence in sign language services, bolstered by high standards of cyber security and fair work practices.

## Notice

The Scottish Parliament Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to provide Sign Language Interpretation Services. The main part of the requirement is from English to/from British Sign Language. The Contractor must provide simultaneous BSL interpreting for parliamentary business as requested. This will be filmed live and broadcasted on the BSL Channel on the Scottish Parliament TV (SPTV), other broadcast channels and will be archived. There will also be a requirement to provide other forms of sign languages or supporting services as required.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Parliament Corporate Body (SPCB) requires a Contractor to provide Sign Language Interpretation Services. The objective of this Contract is to enable people living in Scotland who are Deaf, Deafblind, hard of hearing, or who have other communication support needs to engage with the Scottish Parliament and participate meaningfully in parliamentary business, public engagement activities, and events. The Contractor must work cooperatively with the SPCB to provide solutions for all SPCB sign language requirements. As a minimum, the Contractor must be able to provide the following Services: 1. BSL interpreting of FMQs, which are broadcast live on SPTV, currently on the BBC, and to visitors in the Chamber gallery and Main Hall. 2. BSL interpreting of other parliamentary business, which may also be filmed, and broadcast either live or retrospectively. 3. Interpreting for Scottish Parliament events, including ceremonial events such as the Opening of Parliament, and engagement events such as the Festival of Politics. Some of these events will be filmed, broadcast and archived. 4. Interpreting for witnesses giving evidence to committees. 5. Interpreting for participants in engagement activities, including workshops, focus groups, educational sessions, tours, and meetings. 6. Interpreting for visitors to the Scottish Parliament accessing parliamentary services and facilities. 7. Tactile BSL. Most requirements are expected to involve interpreting between English and BSL. The Contractor may be required to provide other sign languages or additional supporting services as needed. Requirements for live interpreting of parliamentary business that is broadcast will always be in BSL and is expected to form the main element of the Services under this Contract. The Contractor must be able to deliver this at a consistently high standard. In line with the commitments set out in its BSL Plan, the SPCB aims to continually improve the service it provides to Deaf and Deafblind BSL users. The Contractor must therefore not only meet the requirements in this Specification to a consistently high standard.

Renewal: May be extended up to 24 months at the sole discretion of the SPCB

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029191-2026 |
| 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 | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | 5 years after award date |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| 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 | SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH99 1SP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 14:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029191-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.creditsafe.com/products/business-credit-reports/
- http://www.parliament.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827298
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10284
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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