Tender

Cook (Fountain Court)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Sep 2024 at 10:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Cook for Fountain Court, a 16-bed residential unit for people with dementia, located at Millpool Way, Bearwood, Smethwick, West Midlands, B66 4HW. This tender, categorised under recruitment services (CPV 79600000), is in the Tender stage with an open procedure (below threshold) and a closing date for submission of quotations set for 25th September 2024 at 4pm. The contract period will commence on 3rd October 2024 and end on 31st December 2024. The project has an estimated value of £5683.20. Key aspects of the role include maintaining nutritional standards within a set budget and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

This tender offers valuable growth opportunities for catering businesses with expertise in food preparation and hygiene, particularly those experienced in commercial or care settings. Companies with skilled personnel holding NVQ levels 2 or 3 in Food Preparation/Catering, and familiar with HACCP and food hygiene regulations, would be well-suited to apply. The role involves leading a small team and managing the kitchen operations, making it ideal for businesses looking to expand their service portfolio in the public sector and support local authority requirements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply as their involvement can foster significant business development and community impact.

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Notice Title

Cook (Fountain Court)

Notice Description

Job Title: Cook Rate of Pay: ?12.18ph Hours: 27 hours per week (see rota) Location: Fountain Court, Millpool Way, Bearwood, Smethwick, West Midlands, B66 4HW Start Date: 3rd October 2024. Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provide more information about the role. Brief description: Fountain Court is a 16 bedded residential unit for people with dementia. We are looking for a Cook to work 27hrs per week. The role will include leading a small team to ensure that the wellbeing of the service users is maintained by providing well-planned nutritious meals and that special diets are catered for. The successful candidate will need to operate within the set budget, ensure all health and safety and environmental health standards are achieved and our 5-star rating is maintained. There are exciting changes to the service we operate at present, which will be an interesting challenge for the post holder as their input and organisational skills will be required. Candidates must: - Possess NVQ level 2 or 3 in Food Preparation/Catering and Food Hygiene. - Have Experience of catering within a commercial or care setting. - Have knowledge of HACCP and food hygiene regulations. - Be over 18 years of age. Inside IR35 An Enhanced DBS is required for this role. Candidates must be able to work the hours detailed in the rolling rota. Please find the hours below and the rota attached. 27 hours per week Week 1: Mon 7.30-3.00 / Tues 7.30-2.30 / Wed 7.30-3.00 / Sat 7.30-2.30 Week 2: Sun 7.30-2.30 / Tues 7.30-3.00 / Wed 7.30-3.00 / Fri 7.30-2.30 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. 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 there 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 Wednesday 25th September 2024 at 4pm. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-81efcad0-bc9b-4913-9af4-d3c3dbccdf90
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2daebadd-98f8-4829-b043-0892e76bf833
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
£5,683 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Oct 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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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