---
title: "Interpretation and Translation Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0693f0"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-07"
---

# Interpretation and Translation Services

Buyer: SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0693f0

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## Summary

Swindon Borough Council is planning a procurement process for "Interpretation and Translation Services," reflecting the needs of the public authority's Children's Services. This procurement, categorised under services, is still in the planning stage and is expected to be rolled out within the UKK14 region, covering Swindon in the South West of England. The planned contract, with a gross value of £630,000, is set to commence on 1st April 2027, concluding on 31st March 2029, though it could potentially extend to 31st March 2030. Key dates to note include the future notice date of 7th September 2026, marking an opportunity for interested parties to prepare their proposals.

This tender represents a considerable opportunity for businesses specialising in language services, particularly those offering translation and interpretation. Companies that have experience working with public sector organisations and are capable of providing these services across various departments within a council will find this opportunity attractive. The long-term nature of the contract and renewal potential could offer sustained business and the chance for providers to establish a strong relationship with a prominent local authority buyer. Engaging in this tender could foster business growth through an established client base and visibility in the public sector.

## Notice

The contract will provide a Translation and Interpretation Service that can be used across the council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042183-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 7 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £525,000 |
| 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 | SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN1 2JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Eastcott |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | TLK14 Swindon |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 16:37 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042183-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042183-2026
  7th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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