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translation interpretation
· 7 opportunities
Notice of Intent - BPA for Language Services
What they're buying: Foreign language interpreting, translating, and related services for diplomatic and foreign affairs activities at the highest levels of the U.S. Government, via Blanket Purchase Agreements effective October 1, 2026.
Who can bid: Not a solicitation. Describes qualifications for future BPAs: qualified individuals who passed Office of Language Services tests, U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status, active SAM profile, ability to obtain Moderate or High-risk Public Trust Certification, and agreement to fixed rates. No subcontracting.
The Office of Language Services anticipates roughly 850 Agreements with qualified individuals. This notice is for market research only, but qualified linguists can prepare by reviewing criteria at the provided link.
- Deadline
- October 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT
- Estimated value
- Not listed
- Agency
- STATE, DEPARTMENT OF / STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
BPA - Translation and Interpreting Service PSC R608
What they're buying: Standard commercial translation and interpreting services under PSC R608, NAICS 541930, via Blanket Purchase Agreements. BPA calls will not exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
Who can bid: Small business set-aside total. Interested companies must provide cover sheet, capabilities documentation, price list, three past performance references, active PIEE account, and active SAM account. GSA contract number optional.
Master BPAs issued on 6-month rotation through February 2029. Positive past performance is key. Direct awards under $10k possible with price lists.
- Deadline
- November 11, 2028 at 12:01 AM EST. For February award, submit by December 31; for August award, submit by June 30.
- Estimated value
- Not listed
- Agency
- DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY
BPA - Translation and Interpreting Service PSC R608
What they're buying: Standard commercial translation and interpreting services under PSC R608, NAICS 541930, via Blanket Purchase Agreements. BPA calls will not exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
Who can bid: Small business set-aside total. Interested companies must provide cover sheet, capabilities documentation, price list, three past performance references, active PIEE account, and active SAM account. GSA contract number optional.
Master BPAs issued on 6-month rotation through June 2029. Positive past performance is key. Direct awards under $10k possible with price lists.
- Deadline
- November 11, 2028 at 12:01 AM EST. Updated: for June award, submit by April 30; for December award, submit by October 31.
- Estimated value
- Not listed
- Agency
- DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY
BPA - Translation and Interpreting Service PSC R608
What they're buying: Standard commercial translation and interpreting services, including American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting, under PSC R608, NAICS 541930, via Blanket Purchase Agreements.
Who can bid: Small business set-aside total. Interested companies must provide cover sheet, capabilities documentation including ASL capability, price list, three past performance references, active PIEE account, and active SAM account.
Master BPAs issued on 6-month rotation through June 2029. ASL capability is a specific requirement. Positive past performance is key.
- Deadline
- November 11, 2028 at 12:01 AM EST. Updated: for June award, submit by April 30; for December award, submit by October 31.
- Estimated value
- Not listed
- Agency
- DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY
BPA - Translation and Interpreting Service PSC R608
What they're buying: Standard commercial translation and interpreting services, including American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting, under PSC R608, NAICS 541930, via Blanket Purchase Agreements.
Who can bid: Small business set-aside total. Interested companies must provide cover sheet, capabilities documentation including ASL capability, price list, three past performance references, active PIEE account, and active SAM account.
Master BPAs issued on 6-month rotation through June 2029. ASL capability is a specific requirement. Positive past performance is key.
- Deadline
- November 11, 2028 at 12:01 AM EST. Updated: for June award, submit by April 30; for December award, submit by October 31.
- Estimated value
- Not listed
- Agency
- DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY
BPA - Translation and Interpreting Service PSC R608
What they're buying: Standard commercial translation and interpreting services under PSC R608, NAICS 541930, via Blanket Purchase Agreements. BPA calls will not exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
Who can bid: Small business set-aside total. Interested companies must provide cover sheet, capabilities documentation, price list, three past performance references, active PIEE account, and active SAM account.
Master BPAs issued on 6-month rotation through June 2029. Positive past performance is key. Direct awards under $10k possible with price lists.
- Deadline
- November 11, 2028 at 12:01 AM EST. Updated: for June award, submit by April 30; for December award, submit by October 31.
- Estimated value
- Not listed
- Agency
- DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY
BPA - Translation and Interpreting Service PSC R608
What they're buying: Standard commercial translation and interpreting services under PSC R608, NAICS 541930, via Blanket Purchase Agreements. BPA calls will not exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
Who can bid: Small business set-aside total. Interested companies must provide cover sheet, capabilities documentation, price list, three past performance references, active PIEE account, and active SAM account.
Master BPAs issued on 6-month rotation through June 2029. Positive past performance is key. Direct awards under $10k possible with price lists.
- Deadline
- November 11, 2028 at 12:01 AM EST. Updated: for June award, submit by April 30; for December award, submit by October 31.
- Estimated value
- Not listed
- Agency
- DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY