26-0102 Translation and Interpretation Services

The State of California’s Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive translation and interpretation services for a three‑year period. The contractor must deliver high‑quality written translations, remote video interpretation, audio‑visual localization, and ADA‑compliant formatting across a minimum set of six languages (Spanish, Chinese‑Traditional & Simplified, Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Punjabi) and be able to add additional languages as required. Services include translation of licensing forms, training modules, public‑affairs materials, and a full 711‑page statutory code, with turnaround times of no more than one week for filled‑in forms and dedicated project management for larger assignments. The total budget is $400,000 over 36 months, with no guaranteed volume; pricing will be evaluated on a weighted cost basis and small‑business preferences may apply. • Minimum languages: Spanish, Chinese (Traditional & Simplified), Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Punjabi. • Service categories: written translation, remote video interpretation, audio‑visual services (voice‑over, captioning, subtitling), ADA remediation, project management. • Key dates: IFB released Aug 13 2026; questions due Aug 26 2026; bid deadline Sep 30 2026; award expected Nov 2 2026; contract start likely early 2027.