Call for tenders: Easy-to-Read translation for EDF projects
The European Disability Forum (EDF) is looking for a qualified and experienced translation service provider to submit their proposals for the provision of easy-to-read translation services to support three of our communication projects throughout the year.
Practical information about the projects:
- The selected translator will be responsible for providing easy-to-read translations for 4 different reports: our Annual Report 2023 (40 pages aprox.), the Human Rights Report (60 pages aprox.), Your Rights in the EU report (40 pages aprox.) and an alternative report to CRPD Committee (70 pages). You can check examples of past reports at the end of this news item.
- A 20 page report, a 5 page briefing.
- The reports may vary in length but it is estimated 300 pages in total.
- The reports may include maps, illustrations, images, charts and/or infographics.
The successful provider should:
- Translate reports from English into Easy-to-Read format.
- Layout and formatting the translated reports, including the integration of images and/or other visual elements.
- Providing final deliverables that meet accessibility requirements.
- A review by a third party is not mandatory but will be an asset.
The selected Easy-to-Read service provider will be involved in three different communication projects over the course of the year.
Timeline:
- To be discussed. The reports will have different timelines throughout the year.
- We expect completion withing 3 weeks of delivery.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience in providing easy-to-read translation services, preferably in the field of disability rights or related areas.
- Should be registered in a European Union country.
- Capacity to deliver high-quality translation and design solutions within defined timelines, while adhering to EDF’s brand guidelines and values.
Contact:
We are inviting qualified designers to submit proposals for this exciting opportunity. Please send a proposal including:
- Samples of previous easy-to-read translations and
- A single estimated budget that includes the breakdown of each project and the total.
to Natalia Suarez, EDF senior communications officer until 28 of February.
Any questions feel free to contact natalia.suarez@edf-feph.org.