Interpreting and Translation Services
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Services Australia is seeking the provision of interpreting and translation services for the Agency's customers across Australia (NSW, QLD, VIC, WA, SA, NT, ACT, TAS). Scope The scope includes: Provision of interpreting and translation services to assist customers who have limited English proficiency or who are deaf or hard of hearing Delivery of services in Indigenous and/or International and/or Auslan and sign languages Contractor Requirements Must be capable of providing interpreting and translation services in Indigenous and/or International and/or Auslan and sign languages Instructions to Tenderers Refer to the attached Request for Tender, Deed and Statement of Requirement documents for conditions for participation Tenders must be lodged and completed electronically via AusTender using the Electronic Tender Box before the Closing Time and in accordance with the Tender lodgement procedures Enquiries Contact: Jane Roberts Email: Tender.one@servicesaustralia.gov.au
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