Tender

Head of Building Safety and Compliance (RGN)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

25 Oct 2024 at 12:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tenders for the role of Head of Building Safety and Compliance, located in Roway Lane, West Midlands. This procurement, classified under the industry category "Supply services of personnel including temporary staff" (CPV: 79620000), is currently at the Tender stage. The position is an interim agency contract with a start date of 11th November 2024 and a completion date of 31st May 2025. Key deadlines include the submission of quotations by 30th October 2024 at 3 PM. The role involves ensuring safety and compliance across the council's housing stock, including 52 high-rise buildings, with a daily rate of £700.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in property compliance, particularly those with experience in social housing and building safety. Companies with robust expertise in fire safety, structural integrity, and local government regulations are well-suited to compete. The role's responsibilities include managing a team, preparing policy documents, and engaging with stakeholders, making it an excellent growth opportunity for firms capable of providing high-level compliance officers. The open procurement method ensures a competitive process, allowing qualified small and large enterprises to participate. Businesses are encouraged to submit CVs, references, and cost details as per the provided guidelines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Head of Building Safety and Compliance (RGN)

Notice Description

Job Title: Head of Building Safety and Compliance Rate of Pay: ?700/day Hours: 37 Location: Roway lane Start Date: 11/11/2024 Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: Sandwell Council is committed to enhancing the quality and safety of its housing stock, which includes approximately 28,000 properties. After significant organizational changes, we are on an exciting journey to modernize and improve our services for residents. We seek a passionate and decisive Head of Building Safety and Compliance on an Interim basis to ensure our properties are safe and compliant. The post holder will be responsible for overseeing compliance in critical areas such as fire safety, structural integrity, electrical and gas installations, asbestos management, and more. As a key leader, you will manage compliance for 52 high-rise buildings, ensuring full adherence to the Building Safety Act and related regulations. You will also provide support to the Assistant Director and manage a team of five professionals. Key Responsibilities: o Responsible for building safety for the residential stock. o Responsible for a team of compliance officers providing the second line of assurance looking at horizon scanning and emerging risks. o Lead initiatives to improve service quality and performance culture. o Prepare and present complex policy documents and reports. o Manage budgets and engage with internal and external stakeholders. o Stay informed about emerging legislation and technologies to effectively manage risks. Key Skills and Qualifications: o Relevant professional qualifications in key compliance areas. o Experience in a politically sensitive environment and managing strategic issues. o Extensive experience in property compliance within social housing. o Proven track record in improving service quality and engaging stakeholders. o Understanding of local government decision-making processes. o Understanding local government decision making and governance and experience of working with elected members and boards. o As a politically restricted role, experience of working with political processes and managing politically sensitive issues at a strategic level is a must. 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. This role is Inside IR35 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 ... Additional information: 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 Quotation or other related documents. To 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. 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 30th October 2024, 3pm Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-15db2cef-43f3-4ba2-9f5a-966e54e851ba
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c372f47-c0db-410b-b0ba-0aaccc9611e8
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
£13,887 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Nov 2024 - 31 May 2025 6-12 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
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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