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Language Services Framework 2027

Issued by Bristol City Council · via UK Find a Tender Service

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Published
21 Oct 2026
Closes
20 Nov 2026, 12:00 UTC
Value
GBP 2,300,000
Reference
DN827245
Location
United Kingdom
Sector
Governance & Public Institutions
Type
services

At a glance

Bristol City Council in United Kingdom has published a tender in governance & public institutions: “Language Services Framework 2027”. Submissions close on 20 November 2026, 29 days from today. The stated value is GBP 2,300,000. Quote reference DN827245 in any correspondence with the buyer. 2 documents are attached to this notice. FreeTender has recorded 10 notices from this buyer since 2026, 8 of them currently open. There are 35 open governance & public institutions notices in United Kingdom on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through UK Find a Tender Service, not through FreeTender.

Details

Bristol City Council is looking to Procure and establish a new corporate Translation and Interpreting Services (TIS) framework to ensure continued access to high-quality language services at competitive prices, supporting the Council's responsibilities for accessibility and equality. The framework provides a trusted pool of qualified interpreters and suppliers, enabling:

1. Efficient access to appropriate language support without delays

2. Consistent service quality and defined standards

3. Clear contractual arrangements that support transparency and accountability

Context for bidders

We hold 10 notices from Bristol City Council, going back to September 2026 — 8 of them still open. They buy mostly in Construction & Infrastructure, Education & Training and Electrical equipment. There are 35 open Governance & Public Institutions tenders in United Kingdom. This one closes in 29 days.

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