--- title: "Translation Services Framework Agreement" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-146432" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-146432" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-146432.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-146432.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY" published: "2025-08-29" --- # Translation Services Framework Agreement Buyer: CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-kuma6s-146432 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-146432) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-146432.json) ## Summary Cardiff Metropolitan University has completed the procurement process for a Translation Services Framework Agreement, involving written translation and simultaneous interpretation from English into Welsh. This open procedure, classified under the education sector, took place in Cardiff, within the UKL22 region. The procurement, now in the award stage as of 29th August 2025, saw contracts signed with various suppliers on 11th June 2025. The framework agreement divided the services into two lots: Lot 1 for written translation, awarded to ATEBOL CYFYNGEDIG and several others, and Lot 2 for simultaneous interpretation, awarded similarly to diverse suppliers. The initial tender was initiated in December 2024, and the total value of contracts awarded amounted to £260,000. This framework presents outstanding opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) skilled in translation and interpretation services. Given the emphasis on quality (70% of the award criteria) and cost (30%), businesses adept in delivering high-calibre translation at competitive prices are well-placed to benefit. Suppliers such as ATEBOL CYFYNGEDIG and Bilingual Cardiff have already been shortlisted, exemplifying the potential success for local businesses in building a foothold in the public sector under Cardiff Metropolitan University's contracting policies. The ongoing demand for bilingual communication services aligns with Welsh government's objectives, encouraging further growth for businesses proficient in English and Welsh language offerings. ## Notice The University has awarded a Framework Agreement with a small number of suitably skilled and experienced translators to provide high-quality translation and simultaneous interpretation services. The Framework will cover the supply of the following services: Lot 1 - Written Translation from English into Welsh Lot 2 - Simultaneous Interpretation from English into Welsh ### Lot Information Written Translation from English into Welsh This lot is for the translation of written documents from English into Welsh. Renewal: Up to 2 years in yearly increments Simultaneous Interpretation from English into Welsh This lot for the provision of simultaneous interpretation services from English into Welsh. Renewal: Up to 2 years in yearly increments Multilingual Translation Services This lot is for the provision of multilingual written translation services. Renewal: Up to 2 years in yearly increments ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146432 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 11 Jun 2025 | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £300,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £260,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF5 2YB | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Llandaff | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff West | | Delivery location | TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 9 | | Supplier names | ALAW HUGHES; ATEBOL CYFYNGEDIG; BILINGUAL CARDIFF - CARDIFF COUNCIL; BLA TRANSLATION; CYMEN CYFYNGEDIG; GWEN LLOYD AUBREY; TESTUN CYF; TROSOL; TRYWYDD CYFYNGEDIG | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79530000 - Translation services - 79540000 - Interpretation services ## Release History - 29 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146432 - 4 Dec 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=146432 ## Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495408 Translation Services Framework Agreement - The University is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement with a small number of suitably skilled and experienced translators to provide high-quality translation and simultaneous interpretation services. The Framework will cover the supply of the following services: Lot 1 - Written Translation from English into Welsh Lot 2 - Simultaneous Interpretation from English into Welsh Lot 3 - Multilingual Written Translation - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG540096 Translation Services Framework Agreement - The University has awarded a Framework Agreement with a small number of suitably skilled and experienced translators to provide high-quality translation and simultaneous interpretation services. The Framework will cover the supply of the following services: Lot 1 - Written Translation from English into Welsh Lot 2 - Simultaneous Interpretation from English into Welsh ## Notice URLs - http://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/procurement/ - https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-146432 - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cardiffmet/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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