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ACCENT ON <br /> LANGUAGES <br /> a. Cover Letter <br /> ATTN: Abigail Alcala, Assistant City Clerk <br /> City of Santa Ana —Clerk of the Council <br /> 20 Civic Center Plaza <br /> Santa Ana, CA 92701 <br /> Accent on Languages, Inc. (Accent) is privileged to showcase our linguistic services to the City of <br /> Santa Ana (the City). As a certified Small Business (SB), Woman-Owned Business Enterprise <br /> (WBE), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), and Small & Emerging Business (SLEB), Accent is <br /> dedicated to achieving the highest standards of excellence. Our credentials include GSA <br /> certification, corporate membership in the American Translators Association (ATA), and approval <br /> as a vendor by the County of Alameda and the City and County of San Francisco. <br /> Mission <br /> Accent on Languages' mission is to provide unparalleled foreign language and cultural services <br /> to government entities and the public. Our focus on achieving the highest quality in <br /> translations, coupled with personalized customer service, has defined our three decades of <br /> experience. We offer comprehensive translation, localization, transcription, and in-person and <br /> over-the-phone interpretation (OPI) services, including American Sign Language, to federal and <br /> state organizations, private businesses, and communities. <br /> Government Experience <br /> Since 1997, Accent has been a trusted provider of linguistic support to U.S. federal government <br /> agencies. We have held a GSA award since 2003 and secured a legacy successor GSA schedule <br /> award in March 2023. Additionally, Accent has been a CMAS contractor with the State of <br /> California since 2009, serving various federal and local entities such as the Department of <br /> Agriculture, FBI, Department of Justice, Alameda County Public Health Department, and others. <br /> Success at the 2023 APEC Conference with FEMA <br /> In August 2023, Accent showcased its prowess at the FEMA Asian-Pacific Emergency Council <br /> (APEC) conference in Seattle. Our team of twelve highly skilled interpreters, proficient in seven <br /> languages, played a crucial role in ensuring smooth communication throughout various <br /> conference activities, including bilateral meetings, plenary sessions, and special events. Our <br /> adaptable approach and dedication to delivering top-notch service within budget constraints <br /> were instrumental in the conference's overall success. <br /> Our expertise extended beyond language interpretation, encompassing support for interagency <br /> coordination and assistance to other U.S. agencies involved in the event. We collaborated with <br /> hotel staff, audio equipment technicians, and more, showcasing our ability to navigate complex <br /> requirements while maintaining cost-effectiveness. This project exemplifies how our experience <br /> and proficiency contribute to exceptional service delivery in adherence to stringent standards <br /> and budgetary considerations. <br /> Accent on Languages Response 24-022A 3 <br /> Volume I-SOQ <br />