Seeking Telugu Language Interpreters for Simultaneous Interpretations Services from July 25 – August 15, 2026

CRDF Global is seeking 2 (two) Telugu Language Interpreters to provide simultaneous interpretations services for a Department of State International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Project scheduled for July 25, 2026 – August 15, 2026.

As the foundational professional exchange program of the U.S. government, the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) advances U.S. national security priorities and builds long-term relationships between Americans and international leaders in government, business, academia, and other fields through short-term professional exchanges that strengthen American communities.

• Simultaneous interpretations for professional meetings and cultural engagements for an expected total of seven (7) International Visitors (IVs)
• Submission of all secure online forms for contractor details, meetings at secure facilities, and banking information within 24 hours of receipt of instructions.
• Virtual attendance at one, one-hour pre-project call to review expectations, to be scheduled.
• Appropriate use of and care for professional interpretation equipment, provided by the U.S. Department of State.
• The contractor will submit an expense report via the provided template for all reimbursable expenses incurred throughout the project, including all receipts in PDF format, to CRDF Global within 30 days of the project end date of August 15, 2026.

Please note that CRDF Global will fund travel and logistics costs associated with the Interpreter’s participation on the project, including domestic flights, airport transportation, meals and incidental expenses (M&IE), and lodging.

• Statement of Technical Capabilities
• CV
• Cost proposal:
  • Daily rate for program dates of July 25 – August 15, 2026, noting that the work does not always follow a typical 9-5 schedule. Weekend days are paid days as there is often cultural programming on these days.