--- title: "Framework for the provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000657186" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000657186" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000657186.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000657186.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2021-11-30" --- # Framework for the provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000657186 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000657186) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000657186.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government is conducting a public procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "Framework for the provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services." This initiative is categorised under the services industry and targets public bodies across the Scottish Public Sector, with services including face-to-face, remote video, and telephone interpreting, as well as translation and transcription. The procurement method employed for this contract is an open procedure. The tender period ended on 25 August 2021, with a total contract value of approximately £14,400,000, aiming to enhance communication services throughout Scotland. This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in language services, such as interpreting and translation companies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide high-quality language services may find this an excellent chance to engage with the Scottish Government and enhance their business footprint. The framework agreement allows for continued engagement with various public bodies, increasing the potential for sustained contracts and growth in this vital service sector. ## Notice This Framework Agreement is for the Provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services to public bodies across the Scottish Public Sector to meet all requirements of the service including face to face, remote video and telephone interpreting, translation and transcription. ### Lot Information Lot 1 This Framework Agreement is for the Provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services to public bodies across the Scottish Public Sector. Definitions for each aspect of the services are as follows: Face to Face Interpreting - interpretation of spoken words into spoken words in a live setting face to face. This can be from a foreign language into English or vice versa. Remote Video Interpreting - a scheduled, live remote video interpreting service either via the Framework Public Body video portal or via the Contractor video portal. Telephone Interpreting - interpretation of spoken words into spoken works from a foreign language into English or vice versa in live telephone conversations at agreed locations or via telephone conferencing. Translation - translation of written words from one language into another. This can be from a foreign language into English or vice versa. Transcription - transcribing the spoken word into written form. This is typically from a recording, rather than in a live setting, and can be from a foreign language into English or vice versa. Renewal: Subject to renewal if demand continues after framework duration. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV434335 | | 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 | 30 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 9 Nov 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | within 4 years | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £14,400,000 | | Lots value | £14,400,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £14,400,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | MARINE LABORATORY | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB11 9DB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 3 | | Supplier names | DA LANGUAGES; GLOBAL CONNECTIONS (SCOTLAND; GLOBAL LANGUAGE SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79530000 - Translation services - 79540000 - Interpretation services ## Release History - 30 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV434335 - 21 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421824 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421824 Framework for the provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services - This Framework Agreement is for the Provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services to public bodies across the Scottish Public Sector to meet all requirements of the service including face to face, remote video and telephone interpreting, translation and transcription. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV434335 Framework for the provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services - This Framework Agreement is for the Provision of Interpreting, Translation and Transcription Services to public bodies across the Scottish Public Sector to meet all requirements of the service including face to face, remote video and telephone interpreting, translation and transcription. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/public-bodies/about/Bodies - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000657186 - https://www.gov.scot/publications/public-procurement-governance/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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