Tender

Planning Solicitor (Major Projects)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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21 Dec 2022 at 22:58

Tender Notice
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21 Dec 2022 at 11:39

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender for a Planning Solicitor (Major Projects). The role involves advising on legal matters related to planning, projects, highways, and more. The contract is temporary until 1st March 2023, with a total value of GBP 49,590. The tender deadline for submission is 6th January 2023.

This procurement opportunity can benefit legal services providers experienced in planning matters. Businesses with expertise in project work, traffic orders, and community applications are well-suited to compete. The tender offers a chance to work closely with Sandwell Council and potentially extend the contract beyond the initial 3-month period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Planning Solicitor (Major Projects)

Notice Description

Job Title Planning Solicitor (Major Projects) Rate of Pay: PS23.09 to PS25.70 per hour PAYE (Inside IR35) Hours: 37 Location: Hybrid- Working from home and Sandwell Council House Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Temporary until 1st March 2023 Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: Planning Solicitor (Major Projects) At Sandwell Council we are progressive, dynamic and dedicated to meeting the needs of our community. We now wish to recruit a locum Planning Solicitor in our Major Projects team on an initial 3 month basis with the potential to be extended. You must be a qualified Solicitor with experience of advising on legal work relating to Planning including Project work, all aspects of legal work relating to CPO'S, highways, traffic, including all types of traffic orders, amending rights of ways adoption of sewers orders under the Water Industry Act, advising on Asset of Community Vale applications, advising and training elected member and officers in relation to planning legislation. The work will include advice to officers and Members and attendance at relevant meetings/panels/committees. The ideal candidate will be able to provide advice and assistance on all legal matters in relation planning legal work. This role is ideal for an experienced Solicitor who can demonstrate the ability to deal with a demanding caseload, possess excellent client care skills, and an eagerness to provide a high-quality service to our clients. 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 sy... 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 Friday 6th January 2023 Noon. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecb972d3-1c5d-42e3-8c4d-14e3ac503035
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
£49,590 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jan 2023 - 1 Mar 2023 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
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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