Scope
Description
The Contracting Authority is looking to appoint a suitable supplier to supply language support services to all Council departments who require assistance in providing their respective organisational services to customers/clients, either individually, or in groups. The content of the service will be in a format from English into a wide range of languages and from those languages into English, or other languages as requested by council departments.
Total value (estimated)
- £475,212 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2027
- Possible extension to 30 June 2029
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79530000 - Translation services
Contract locations
- UKD42 - Blackpool
Engagement
Engagement deadline
10 September 2024
The engagement was carried out before this notice was published.
Engagement process description
To begin the prior engagement process for the tender, a list of pre-approved suppliers on the YPO 402-24 framework were reviewed, specifically those eligible to provide services under Lot 1c within the North West region. The objective was to ensure that these suppliers could deliver the full range of translation services required, covering everything from written document translations to possible interpretation services across multiple languages.
Once the eligible suppliers were identified, a Request for Information (RFI) to assess their experience and expertise in translation services was developed. The RFI was structured to gather key information on the suppliers' backgrounds, such as their experience in the translation industry, specifically in the North West region. It also sought to understand their capacity to handle various types of translation needs specifically their legal experience, medical, or technical translations. Case studies, references, and examples of previous translation work were requested to better gauge the suppliers' track record and performance.
After sending the RFI to the identified suppliers, four responded with the requested information. Each response was carefully reviewed to determine the level of experience and capability of the suppliers.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Contracting authority
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHHB-5249-RZVD
PO Box 11, Town Hall
Blackpool
FY1 1NB
United Kingdom
Region: UKD42 - Blackpool
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government