DOD Language Interpretation and Translation Enterprise II (DLITE II)

The Department of Defense Language Interpretation and Translation Enterprise II (DLITE II) is a Master Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle designed to provide comprehensive language support services for the U.S. Department of Defense. The contract encompasses a wide range of linguistic capabilities, including interpretation, translation, and transcription services to support U.S., Allied, and Coalition Forces across various mission areas. With a shared contract ceiling of $9.864 billion and an award date of March 3, 2017, the vehicle is set to remain active until March 26, 2027, offering flexible linguistic support solutions to military and intelligence organizations.

The task orders under this IDIQ demonstrate a diverse range of linguistic support services, primarily focused on Force Projection and Train & Sustain mission areas. Notable contractors include Valiant Government Services LLC, Global Linguist Solutions LLC, The Mission Essential Group, and Worldwide Language Resources, with contract values ranging from $10,000 minimum guaranteed orders to substantial multi-year agreements exceeding $837 million. Task orders frequently support operations such as Operation Freedom Sentinel and Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, with performance locations including Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and international theaters. The contract vehicle exhibits a mixed approach to socioeconomic considerations, with some task orders designated for small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and others competed on a full and open basis. Pricing mechanisms include firm fixed price, cost-plus fixed fee, and fixed price level of effort, reflecting the complex and varied nature of linguistic support requirements.