Tender

Admin Assistant (TT) DB 21Oct21

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

21 Oct 2021 at 15:57

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council seeking an Administrative Assistant for their Travel Assistance Service, with the tender titled "Admin Assistant (TT) DB 21Oct21". This opportunity is categorised under administration services and is set within Sandwell, West Midlands, UK. The procurement stage is currently open, following the initiation of the tender on 21st October 2021, with a submission deadline of 27th October 2021 at 15:00 hours. The contract period is expected to start on 1st November 2021 and will run for twelve weeks, with a possibility of extension until March 2022. The procurement method employed for this opportunity is an open procedure, which is below the threshold level.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for administrative service providers, especially those with experience in public sector contracts or in delivering customer-facing administrative roles. Businesses equipped to handle the responsibilities outlined, such as managing client queries, preparing reports, and maintaining filing systems, would find this opportunity particularly suitable. Given the focus on travel assistance within the council, companies with a proven track record in similar service provisions are encouraged to participate, positioning themselves to potentially secure a contract that could lead to additional projects in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Admin Assistant (TT) DB 21Oct21

Notice Description

Admin Assistant (Travel Assistance Service) Rate of Pay: PS10.83 PAYE to worker Hours: 37 hours Location: Various across Sandwell Borough Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency - 12 weeks Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to work within the Travel Assistance Service. This role is a full time 37 hour post and is for 12 weeks with a view to extend further until March 2022. Duties will involve: * Dealing with internal/external client queries by telephone/written correspondence. * Provide support to service area projects and service delivery as required. * Update/prepare spreadsheets/reports/databases in an accurate and timely manner. * Maintaining efficient filing and electronic document record systems including the distribution of incoming and collection of outgoing post. * Record and maintain records as required. * Preparation of meeting documents, drafting and sending letters by email/post. * Deliver excellent customer service to parents/carers, schools, transport providers. * Procurement and invoicing of goods and services. * Check transport routes using RAC route planner Can we have CVs as soon as possible please. This role may require you to travel across the Borough of Sandwell. If so, a driving licence check, including proof of business insurance and MOT will be required. No DBS is required for this role. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor 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. Closing Date: Wednesday 27 October 2021 at 15:00 hours 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-b5fd17-69b2097f-a656-4c79-882b-e9ee019c7434
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bec4bdc1-0239-46c0-82cc-fea9dc9eaeda
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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75100000 - Administration services

75120000 - Administrative services of agencies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 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
Debbie Bagnall
Contact Email
debbie_bagnall@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 4680

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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