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    ContractsTranslation and Interpretation Services Framework
    Closed contract

    Translation and Interpretation Services Framework

    Contract value
    £650k
    Closed 24 Aug 2026

    Bolton Borough Council is accepting applications for an 8-year Translation and Interpretation Services Framework with face-to-face, video, telephone, written and British Sign Language support across two lots.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· North WestPublished 24 Jul 2026· 2 months agoviaFind a Tender
    Contract value
    £650k
    Closed 24 Aug 2026
    Tender deadline passed on 24 Aug 2026.

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      est.£650,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Tender closed
      24 Aug 2026
      1 months ago
    • Sector
      Professional Services
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      North West

    Lifecycle

    Closed

    Tender closed on 24 Aug 2026. Awaiting award.

    24 Jul 2026Today24 Aug 2026

    Brief

    Bolton Borough Council is seeking qualified providers for an 8-year Translation and Interpretation Services Framework commencing December 15, 2026. This opportunity is open to providers who can deliver face-to-face, video, and telephone interpretation services, along with written translation and British Sign Language (BSL) support. The framework consists of two separate lots: - Lot 1: Interpretation Services (including British Sign Language) - Lot 2: Written Translation Services Up to 3 providers will be selected for each lot. The framework will operate as linked 3-year cycles with a mandatory review at the end of year three. At each review point, the framework reopens for a new competitive selection process. Existing framework providers must reapply and are not automatically renewed. This procurement follows the Procurement Act 2023 Open Framework Procedure, ensuring competitive pricing and service quality throughout the contract period.

    Track record

    3 awards · 2 winners
    Open field

    No single supplier dominates the field.

    In professional services, Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council has awarded 3 contracts to 2 suppliers.

    Who wins here
    1. WALKER FIRE (UK) LIMITED2× · 67%
    2. W.H. SCOTT & SON (ENGINEERS) LIMITED1× · 33%

    Across professional services, the most active winners are REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LIMITED, KPMG LLP, Hays Specialist Recruitment Ltd — the field to beat, or your route in as a partner.

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    Original closed notice on the publisher's site

    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-06d3aa
    BM
    Buyer
    Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council
    Sector
    Professional Services