---
title: "Live Sign Language Solution"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067c32"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA"
published: "2026-04-02"
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# Live Sign Language Solution

Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067c32

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria is planning to procure a live sign language interpretation service, operating 24/7, to assist deaf members of the community effectively. This procurement falls under the "Software package and information systems" category and is aimed at providing essential support for public safety initiatives. The project will be executed within the Northumbria region, United Kingdom, adhering to the UK's sub-central government public authority classification. Key procurement milestones include the return of required RFI documents by 12:00 noon on 9 April 2026, with the enquiry phase ending on 19 August 2026, followed by an award period concluding on 30 September 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in software solutions and communication services. Companies with expertise in developing flexible software systems capable of operating continuously for public service applications are well-placed to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate, supported by the competitive flexible procurement method, which promotes inclusivity and encourages innovation. The contract period is set from 3 October 2026 to 2 October 2030, with potential extensions further benefiting successful suppliers. This procurement is open to all qualifying entities, providing them with the chance to contribute to impactful community services and expand their operational reach.

## Notice

Northumbria Police are looking to procure a live and on-demand 24/7 service for sign language interpretation to be able to provide appropriate support to deaf members of the community when required.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This contract may include two 12 month optional extensions to be taken at the discretion of the Force.

### Planning Information

Interested suppliers should look to download and complete the RFI included in the planned procurement notice found here: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031079-2026?origin=Dashboard and return to kerry.leece@northumbria.police.uk by 12:00 noon 9 April 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031092-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Oct 2026 - 2 Oct 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE12 8EW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Longbenton & Benton |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne North |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 15:03 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031092-2026
- 2 Apr 2026 at 14:50 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031079-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031092-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031079-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-14308
  Interested suppliers should look to complete the attached RFI document and return to kerry.leece@northumbria.police.uk by 12:00 noon 9 April 2026.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031079-2026?origin=Dashboard
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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