Award of Interpretation and Translation Services Framework to AA Global Language Services Ltd and D A Languages Ltd
Portsmouth City Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Interpretation and Translation Services Framework to AA Global Language Services Ltd and D A Languages Ltd
Awarded 06 Oct 2015
Awarded06 Oct 2015
Value£320,000.00
AgencyPortsmouth City Council
RegionSouth East
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 8y 1mo ago3y term
Awarded 6 Oct 2015Expired 5 Oct 2018
About
Portsmouth City Council awarded a contract to AA Global Language Services Ltd and D A Languages Ltd for the provision of interpretation and translation services across council departments.
The framework covers four lots: face-to-face spoken word interpretation, British Sign Language (BSL), telephone interpretation, and document translation.
The services ensure accessibility for individuals from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and Deaf people, supporting the council's obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Equality Duty.
Up to three suppliers were anticipated per lot, with suppliers ranked by evaluation outcome and allocated work in order of ranking.
The contract value is AUD 320,000.
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