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title: "DfC Collaborative Framework for the Provision of Interpreting and Translation Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ab42"
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# DfC Collaborative Framework for the Provision of Interpreting and Translation Services

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ab42

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## Summary

The Department for Communities, a central government authority based in Belfast, is initiating an open tender for a collaborative framework agreement on interpreting and translation services. This procurement process is active, with the tender stage currently underway, and involves the Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD) unit acting as the procuring entity. This framework aims to service Northern Ireland, particularly through translation and interpretation services, including face-to-face, video, telephone, and sign language provisions. The procurement falls under the services category, with the open procedure method applied, covering various lots related to different service types. The submission deadline for tenders is 29th June 2026, with the contract expected to start on 1st September 2026 and last for four years, ending on 31st August 2030. Potential bidders should submit electronically via the eTendersNI platform, with queries allowed until 19th June 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in language services, particularly those offering translation, interpretation, and associated language support services. With an estimated gross value of £7.2 million, it offers a chance for business growth by servicing public sector needs across Northern Ireland. The framework aims to contract both SMEs and VCSEs, making it ideal for experienced language service providers looking to expand within the public sector. The procurement process involves the appointment of one primary contractor per lot, except Lot 4, where up to three contractors can be appointed based on the evaluation ranking. The contract also supports social value, offering an additional incentive for organisations aiming to contribute positively to community welfare and development. Businesses that meet the economic and technical criteria outlined in the tender documentation are well-placed to benefit from participating in this competitive procurement process.

## Notice

Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD), on behalf of the Participating Bodies (Northern Ireland Civil Service Departments, Agencies and Non-Departmental Public Bodies, and other Participating Bodies - 'the Buyer') is seeking to establish a collaborative framework agreement for the provision of interpreting and translation services. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedules for full detail on the requirements of this framework agreement. Neither CPD nor the Participating Bodies can provide any guarantee as to the level of business under this framework agreement.

### Lot Information

Face to Face and Video

Face to Face and Video services

Telephone

Telephone translation services

Sign Language (BSL & ISL)

Sign language interpretation services

Lip Speaking

Lip Speaking translation services

Note Taking

Note taking services

Sign Language Translation

Sign language translation services

Written & Transcription

Translation & Transcription services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051800-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000,000 |
| Lots value | £6,000,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITIES |
| Additional buyers | CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT2 7EG |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Sydenham |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast East |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services
- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 2 Jun 2026 at 10:31 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051800-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051800-2026
  2nd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/ar
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/topics/procurement
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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