---
title: "UK_1407- Welsh Translation Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cd6e"
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published: "2026-07-17"
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# UK_1407- Welsh Translation Framework

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cd6e

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## Summary

The British Council, a sub-central government public authority, is initiating an open procurement process for the "UK_1407- Welsh Translation Framework." This tender aims to establish a framework to meet the organisation's Welsh language translation needs, in line with the Welsh Language Act. The procurement falls under the services category, with a contract value of £207,000. The procurement process is active and open for electronic submissions, with key deadlines including an enquiry period ending on 27th July 2026 and a submission deadline of 11th August 2026. The location for this procurement is London, UK.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in translation services, particularly those familiar with Welsh language translations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to apply, as the framework agreement accommodates direct awards and further competitive opportunities. Businesses that can provide high-quality translation services and work within a framework setup will be well-suited to compete. The contract period is set to start on 21st September 2026, extending until 25th September 2030, offering a stable, long-term engagement for the successful suppliers.

## Notice

The British Council is seeking to set up a framework of suppliers to fulfil our Welsh Language translation requirements and to ensure adherence to the Welsh Language Act. This framework will span not just the Welsh offices' requirements but also further business needs too.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067521-2026 |
| 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 | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £207,000 |
| Lots value | £207,000 |
| 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(THE) |
| 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

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 08:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067521-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067521-2026
  17th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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