Translation and interpreting tenders and contracts in the UK
There are 4 live translation and interpreting tenders in the UK right now, from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder. This page covers translation, interpreting and British Sign Language contracts from councils, the NHS and other public buyers. Below is what buyers are asking for, so you can see whether you qualify before you spend hours bidding.
01What buyers ask for
From the 4 live translation and interpreting tenders in the UK we have read so far.
- Minimum turnover
- Rarely stated in the notice
- Contract length
- Typically 1 year
- Suitable for SMEs
- 2 of 4 flagged by the buyer
- Frameworks & DPS
- 1 of 4
02Live translation and interpreting tenders in the UK
- Cynhyrchu a chyhoeddi Canllawiau astudio ac adolygu, yn Gymraeg ac yn Saesneg / Production and publication of Welsh and English Study and Revision GuidesCaerphilly County Borough CouncilWales£320kCloses 3 daysSME
- Language Services Framework 2027Bristol City CouncilNorth East +8£2.3mCloses 25 daysFrameworkSME
- British Sign Language Customer Information ServiceRail Delivery GroupLondon£1mCloses 43 days
- Global Travel, Accommodation and Venue Management ServicesGovernment Commercial AgencyNorth West£36250mCloses 43 days
03Who is buying
- Caerphilly County Borough Council 1 live tender
- Bristol City Council 1 live tender
- Rail Delivery Group 1 live tender
- Government Commercial Agency 1 live tender
04Translation and interpreting contracts: common questions
How many translation and interpreting tenders are live in the UK?
4 right now, from 4 public buyers, with 1 closing in the next 14 days. We bring together notices from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder and refresh this page every hour.
What do buyers ask for in translation and interpreting contracts?
Few notices state a minimum turnover; it is usually set out in the tender documents. Most requirements sit in the tender documents rather than the notice, so check the pack before you bid.
Can a small business win translation and interpreting contracts?
Often, yes. 2 of the 4 live tenders in the UK are marked by the buyer as suitable for small businesses, and 1 is a framework or dynamic purchasing system (approved supplier lists that buyers then order from). Smaller lots and lower-value contracts are usually the best place to start. Check the minimum turnover and insurance first, as those are the checks that rule most bids out.
05Expert notes: Professional services
Professional services are often bought through frameworks and evaluated mainly on quality: named staff, case studies and method statements. Professional indemnity insurance levels are a common pass/fail check.
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