NEPO has launched a nationally-available solution for UK public sector organisations to access translation and interpreting services.
NEPO512 Translation & Interpreting Services commences on 1 September 2020 and comprises six lots, three national and three North East, as detailed below:
| |
North East |
National |
| Face to Face Interpreting |
Lot 1: North East |
Lot 4: National |
| Telephone or Video Interpreting |
Lot 2: North East |
Lot 5: National |
| Written/Braille Translation |
Lot 3: North East |
Lot 6: National |
The solution delivers the following benefits:
- The culmination of robust market consultation to reflect end-user requirements.
- Public sector buyers can appoint providers by direct award to facilitate service continuity and end-user choice
- Interpreters are required to be registered on the National Register of Public Service Interpreters, thereby meeting industry professional conduct and practice standards.
- Includes latest technologies in the market, such as video interpreting services.
- Providers are added throughout the life of the solution, delivering choice for public sector buyers.
In line with NEPO's commitment to maximising social value, the providers have committed to deliver social and economic benefits to local communities through a range of initiatives.
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