IFB #24-001- Translation Services (Departmental)

The California Secretary of State (SOS) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #24-001 to solicit bids for translation services. The SOS is seeking certified interpreters and translators to provide written and telephonic translation services for SOS documents, materials, and other media in over 10 languages, including Chinese (Traditional), Hindi, Hmong, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese. Services must be provided on an as-needed basis, with the ability to meet tight deadlines, including rush requests with 24-48 hour turnarounds. The anticipated contract term is 12 months. Bidders must have at least 7 years of experience performing translation services, with at least 5 years contracting with government entities. The bid package includes detailed requirements for cost proposals, quality assurance processes, references, and certifications/qualifications of translators and proofreaders. The bid will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest cost.

The SOS has set a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal for this solicitation, but no DVBE incentive will be applied. The IFB does not specify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any information on award values or budget ranges. The bid is due on June 7, 2024.