Tender

Solicitor - Adults Safeguarding

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Nov 2024 at 14:57

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a qualified solicitor to specialise in Adults Safeguarding, under the procurement title "Solicitor - Adults Safeguarding". This opportunity, classified under the recruitment services industry (CPV 79600000), is situated in Oldbury, West Midlands. The role is for an initial contract period starting from 10th November 2024 to 9th February 2025, offering a pay rate of £24.08 per hour for a 37-hour work week. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with a closing date for submission of quotations set for 7th November 2024 at 5 pm. This is an open procedure below the threshold, with all procurement responses to be made via Sandwell MBC’s In-tend Supplier Portal. The minimum contract value is £10,691.52, with a projected value of £11,854.80.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the legal recruitment sector, especially those experienced with local government clients. Small to medium-sized enterprises with qualified solicitors who have over three years of experience, including at least two years in Adults Safeguarding, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a diverse range of Adult Social Care matters, requiring a proactive and autonomous approach. This role will offer high responsibility and extensive client contact, presenting a perfect opportunity for legal professionals aiming to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Solicitor - Adults Safeguarding

Notice Description

Job Title: Solicitor - Adults Safeguarding Rate of Pay: ?24.08ph Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Sandwell Council House, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3ES. Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are looking for a Solicitor within Adults Safeguarding. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with at least 3 years PQE (or equivalent) with at least 2 years' experience specialising in and handling Adults matters preferably from a local authority perspective. The successful candidate must be confident and experienced in order to be able to hit the ground running and have the ability to carry a varied case load covering all aspects of Adult Social Care matters. The candidate will need to be proactive, work well under pressure, self-reliant as well as work as part of a wider team. We are looking for someone: - Who is a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister authorised to Practise, with a certificate free of conditions. - With a minimum of 3 years' experience of practical legal work, of which 2 years must have been gained in the relevant specialism. - Who is able to absorb and understand detail quickly around complex legislation and reports. - With general knowledge of Local Government law and an understanding of the current role of a Local Authority Legal Services Division. The successful candidate would gain great exposure to a varied caseload and would enjoy a high level of responsibility with a great deal of client contact. 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... Additional information: The Quotation Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc You will be required to log into an existing account or register a new one. Once logged in, from the top menu bar click on 'Tenders' to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on 'View Details' in order to Express Interest. Closing date for submission of quotations is Thursday 7th November 2024 at 5pm. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-148986d3-e577-4cc9-9783-1802da2e6137
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd75cbaa-4934-471b-9610-d3b38b739180
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

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£11,854 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Nov 2024 - 9 Feb 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
Wendy Linford
Contact Email
wendy_linford@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01215693300

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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