IDOS intends to conclude a Framework Agreement (max. 4 years) for creating a pool of 6 professional copy-editors for academic / research publications in British English.
The task requires excellent command of the English language at native or near-native level. The bidder must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to C2 at least, including proven experience in editing academic publications in the field of development policy and mastery of discipline-specific terminology at native or near-native level (exclusion criterion).
IDOS makes the results of its academic research in the field of development and sustainability accessible to the public in different publications, such as Discussion Papers, Policy Briefs and Studies which undergo prior copy-editing in British English.
IDOS expects bidders to have a strong client focus and a structured approach to their work, and to show flexibility.
Optional extension by each 12 months, two times.
Price per standard page for copy-editing and linguistic revision (see Invitation to Tender)
Expertise, professional performance and references (see Invitation to Tender)
Quality of copy-editing of the provided sample text (see Invitation to Tender)