Tender

Santa at the Valley 14th & 15th Dec

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Dec 2024 at 09:19

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender under the title “Santa at the Valley 14th & 15th Dec,” targeting the industry category of supply services of personnel including temporary staff (CPV code 79620000). This procurement process pertains to a festive initiative within the West Midlands, specifically in West Bromwich (postal code B70 8SZ). The tender, currently in the active stage, calls for two Santas to participate in holiday events on 14th and 15th December 2024, with the tender period concluding on 5th December 2024 at 13:00. Conducted via an open procedure (below threshold), interested parties are required to register and submit their bids through the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal.

This tender offers potential business growth opportunities, particularly for agencies or businesses specialising in event staffing, entertainment services, and temporary personnel supply. Companies adept at providing engaging and customer-oriented individuals who can interact seamlessly with both children and adults will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, those with a knack for festive event planning and execution, possessing a supply of experienced entertainers such as Santas, will gain leverage in this opportunity to contribute to a significant community event and expand their client portfolio with a reputable public sector organisation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Santa at the Valley 14th & 15th Dec

Notice Description

Santa Could you bring a Ho Ho Ho to Christmas in Sandwell? We are looking for 2 Santas to light up children's faces with joy this festive season during grotto visits and exclusive appearances. A very jolly personality is a must, and individuals must be able to liaise with children and adults well with a keen eye for exceptional customer service. You must be able to remain in character and interact with children and give them a gift. A happy band of elves will also be with you to assist you in your duties. 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. This post will include weekend working cover. Working Hours from 09.30am - 4.00pm weekends from Saturday 14th December 2024 and 15th December 2024. 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. Required - Please confirm both the candidate and agency rate with the bid Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3e1d2613-f031-4075-8a92-6cd6fcac639c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acaebc65-3849-4c6a-8ec1-e304504d9c8a
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2024 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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