Tender

Santa (18/10/2023)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender Notice
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19 Oct 2023 at 08:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has initiated a public procurement process for a Santa contract with a title of "Santa (18/10/2023)". This falls under the industry category of supply services of personnel including temporary staff. The contract involves providing a Santa for festive events in Sandwell, with a contract period from November 25th to December 23rd, 2023. Interested parties need to submit their tenders by October 25th, 2023.

This tender opportunity provides a chance for agencies offering personnel services to participate in bringing joy to children during the Christmas season. Businesses with experience in event staffing, especially individuals that can embody the role of Santa effectively, are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The contract offers a commercial value of £6204 GBP and presents a great opportunity for firms interested in temporary personnel services within the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Santa (18/10/2023)

Notice Description

Santa Rate of Pay:11.18 Per Hour (PAYE) Hours: Working Hours from 9.00am -6.00pm weekends from 25 November to 23rd December and some weekdays in the final run up to Christmas. Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: Could you bring a Ho Ho Ho to Christmas in Sandwell? We are looking for the perfect Santa to light up children's faces with joy this festive season during grotto visits and exclusive appearances. A costume is provided, and a very jolly personality is a must. You must be able to remain in character and interact with children and give them a gift. A photographer will on hand to take pictures. A happy band of elves will also be with you to assist you in your duties. Costumes for both roles will be provided, and individuals must be able to liaise with children and adults well with a keen eye for exceptional customer service. Sandwell events are great fun to work on, with a strong teamwork ethic and plenty of opportunities to gain new skills. Previous Santa experience is preferable but not essential. There may be some requirements to work elsewhere such as one or two events at Lightwoods Park, Haden Hill House or West Smethwick Park or Christmas light switch on in town centres. This post will include evening and weekend working cover. Working Hours from 9.00am -6.00pm weekends from 25 November to 23rd December and some weekdays in the final run up to Christmas. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. No DBS is required for this role. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, 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 related documents. To submit your documents, 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-... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, 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 related documents. To submit your documents, 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. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1382d68d-aebf-44e5-8120-5d4676b9b4ab
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c478bd4-6268-4bd2-965c-d2d32673d4ac
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,204 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Nov 2023 - 23 Dec 2023 30 days
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
B70 8SZ
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
West Bromwich Central
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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