Award of Translation and Interpreting Services for Children and Families in Kingston and Richmond
The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Translation and Interpreting Services for Children and Families in Kingston and Richmond
Awarded 29 Apr 2025
Awarded29 Apr 2025
Value£690,000.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 6mo2y term, 76% elapsed
Awarded 29 Apr 2025Expires 30 Apr 2027
About
The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames awarded a contract to THEBIGWORD INTERPRETING SERVICES LIMITED for the provision of translation and interpreting services to support children, young people, and families across Operational Area 1, Kingston and Richmond.
The contract, valued at £690,000, covers face-to-face interpreting and translation, including British Sign Language, and virtual interpreting.
It was procured under the Light Touch Regime of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, with an initial term of 24 months from 1st March 2024 to 31st April 2027, and an option to extend for up to 12 months, resulting in a total possible term of 36 months.
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