Tender

Housing Mediation Services

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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22 Nov 2024 at 15:22

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21 Nov 2024 at 20:41

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a contractor to provide Housing Mediation Services. This procurement falls under the construction consultancy services category (CPV 71530000) with additional classifications in research and development consultancy (CPV 73200000, 73210000, 73220000). The tender process is currently in the active stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 9th December 2024, 15:00 hrs. The project is located in the West Midlands, specifically Oldbury, with postal code B69 3ES. The contract period is scheduled from 9th January 2025 to 30th June 2025, using an open procurement method, and holds a value range between £10,000 and £15,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and research consultancy services to establish or expand their presence within the public sector. Companies proficient in handling complex contract analysis, providing mediation services, and formulating strategic recommendations would be well-suited for this project. Participation in this tender could lead to long-term engagement with the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council and similar entities, fostering growth and expanding market reach. The open procurement process further ensures a competitive yet accessible entry point for qualified businesses to vie for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Housing Mediation Services

Notice Description

Title : Housing Mediation Service Ref: Sand/TMO-24 Sandwell Council has a management arrangement with a Tenant Management Organisation (TMO) for the provision of Housing Management Services, this arrangement is ratified in a Management Agreement. A conflict has arisen around the interpretation of some of the contractual clauses, compliance with council policy and lawful responsibility to certain undertakings. Under the terms of the Management Agreement, where conflict arise and a solution is not agreeable, the next step is to consider mediation. What is required is an analysis of the Management Agreement to determine the obligations on both parties, consider the outstanding issues and to provide recommendation (report) on the way forward. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the Quotation document or other related documents. In Order To View a On-Line Questionnaire (if applicable) or Submit a Quotation, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: 9th December 2024 2022 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Title : Housing Mediation Service Ref: Sand/TMO-24 Sandwell Council has a management arrangement with a Tenant Management Organisation (TMO) for the provision of Housing Management Services, this arrangement is ratified in a Management Agreement. A conflict has arisen around the interpretation of some of the contractual clauses, compliance with council policy and lawful responsibility to certain undertakings. Under the terms of the Management Agreement, where conflict arise and a solution is not agreeable, the next step is to consider mediation. What is required is an analysis of the Management Agreement to determine the obligations on both parties, consider the outstanding issues and to provide recommendation (report) on the way forward. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the Quotation document or other related documents. In Order To View a On-Line Questionnaire (if applicable) or Submit a Quotation, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: 9th December 2024 2022 at 15:00hrs Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-05a9b8b1-6b51-4af7-b6e1-8cae4ee18edb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36726db9-541a-457f-8349-d9c27c83d606
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3ES
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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