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Translation under a framework agreement — predictable pricing, up to 25% volume discount.
A framework agreement for regular translation locks in fixed terms for the contract period, a single point of contact and tiered volume discounts of up to 25%, at the same DIN EN ISO 17100 quality as one-off orders. Qualified translators handle every brief, certified or notarised on request. Line pricing from CHF 89 upward, discounted by volume.
- Rates fixed for the termno renegotiation per order
- Consistent terminologyacross all your jobs
- Consolidated monthly invoiceone billing run
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Fixed tiered rates for the term · one point of contact · consolidated monthly invoicing · translation-memory reuse lowers repetitions further · prices plus VAT.
In brief
Fixed terms instead of one-off negotiation.
A framework agreement pays off as soon as translation becomes a recurring task. Instead of quoting and recalculating every order individually, we set fixed tiered rates, language directions, fields and service levels once – valid for the entire contract period. Before a long-term commitment, you can compare translation agencies by price, process and service scope.
That lowers not only the price via the tiered volume discount, but also the effort: a single point of contact, one consolidated monthly invoice and consistent terminology across all jobs. Quality stays identical – checked to DIN EN ISO 17100 under the four-eyes principle. Standard fixed prices continue to apply unchanged for individual orders; all prices are quoted plus VAT.
Cost levers
Two levers lower your translation costs.
Under a framework agreement, two mechanisms work together – a discount fixed against your volume, and the reuse of content already translated. Both can be combined.
Tiered volume discount (up to 25%)
The higher your annual volume, the lower the word price. The discount is fixed in the framework agreement and applies automatically to every order – with no renewed negotiation.
Translation Memory – you don't pay twice for repetitions
Recurring sentences, text modules and updates are reused from your cross-project translation memory and charged at a significantly lower rate. For repetition-heavy texts (contracts, technical documentation, product catalogues) this typically cuts costs by 10–40%.
Discount tiers
More volume, higher discount.
The framework discount is based on the annual net order volume and is fixed for the contract period. So you know your terms in advance.
| Annual net order volume | Framework discount |
|---|---|
| from CHF 5'000 | 5% |
| from CHF 10'000 | 10% |
| from CHF 25'000 | 15% |
| from CHF 50'000 | 20% |
| from CHF 100'000 | 25% |
In addition, translation-memory reuse reduces your costs further. The tiers refer to the annual net order volume; the terms are fixed for the contract period in the framework agreement. All prices are quoted plus VAT.
More than the price
What the framework agreement adds.
Beyond the discount, the framework agreement simplifies the whole collaboration – from management to invoicing.
- A single point of contact and fixed project management
- Consolidated monthly invoicing instead of many separate invoices
- Payment terms by agreement (e.g. 30 days net)
- Response time: a reply on working days within 60 minutes
- Terminology and style consistency across all jobs (term base/glossary)
- Confidentiality by NDA, FADP-compliant processing, encrypted transfer
- Checked quality to DIN EN ISO 17100 under the four-eyes principle
The 60-minute figure is a reaction time on working days (reaction time only, not a delivery promise).
Who it's for
Who benefits from a framework agreement.
Wherever translation happens regularly and terminology, deadlines and budget need to line up reliably.
Legal & Compliance
Contracts, T&Cs and certificates – legally sound, terminologically consistent, with notarised certification on request.
HR & People
Employment contracts, references and onboarding material for international teams; diplomas recognition-ready for swissuniversities / SERI.
Marketing
Websites, campaigns and catalogues with consistent brand and subject language.
Technical & Regulatory
Manuals, instructions for use and medical-device documentation with a high repetition rate.
Public sector & authorities
Predictable terms and fixed contacts for recurring demand.
Fixed terms. One point of contact.
Once agreed, the framework applies for the contract period – on every order, with no renewed negotiation.
How it works
How the framework agreement runs.
Four steps from the first review of your needs to a predictable collaboration.
Discuss your needs
Languages, fields and estimated annual volume – we clarify scope and requirements.
Framework & price list
Fixed tiered rates, service level (SLA) and NDA are set out in writing.
Onboarding
Set up the term base and translation memory, name a fixed point of contact.
Order & invoice
Order predictably, invoiced consolidated and monthly.
„In tenders we need reliable figures. The FÜD names the fixed price up front, holds it – and we don't have to renegotiate. That's exactly what we need in procurement.“
Head of Procurement, industrial company · framework client · 4.9 / 5 from 268 reviews (as of 08/2026)
Framework agreement or single order?
For occasional translations our standard fixed prices apply with no commitment. As soon as demand recurs, the framework agreement lowers price and effort at once – with no compromise on checked quality. See references →
FAQ
Framework agreement – frequently asked questions.
Is there a minimum volume?
How long does a framework agreement run?
How are repetitions charged?
Who owns the translation memory?
What payment terms are possible?
Does the framework agreement change anything about quality?
Request a framework quote
Request terms for your volume.
Tell us your languages, fields and estimated annual volume – we'll propose a matching tier and service level. A reply on working days within 60 minutes.
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