Language Interpretation and Translation Services
Agency
COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION.DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA
Location
Silver Spring, MD
Maryland
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Sources Sought
Service / NAICS
541930
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION.DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA involves language interpretation and translation services in Silver Spring, Maryland. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. Responses are due by Apr 13, 2026 (10 days remaining).
Contract Description
NOAA, National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Office of International Affairs, Trade, and Commerce (OIATC), is conducting market research to identify qualified and interested sources, including small business and socioeconomic small business concerns, for a contemplated commercial services requirement for on-demand language interpretation and translation support. The contemplated requirement is expected to include a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods. Services are expected to include written translation to and from English and multiple foreign languages; predominantly remote simultaneous interpretation, with some consecutive interpretation, for bilateral meetings and events; related proofreading/editing and formatting support; project management; quality assurance/qual...
Timeline
Posted Date
Apr 1, 2026
Response Deadline
Apr 13, 2026
10 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Silver Spring, Maryland. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Maryland
- ✓You have worked with COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION.DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA before
Harder to Win If…
- !Only 10 days remaining to prepare your response
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION.DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of Apr 13, 2026.
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