Tender

Fountain Court - Care Assistants (SJA/SB)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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25 Nov 2021 at 13:23

Tender Notice
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23 Nov 2021 at 12:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the contract titled "Fountain Court - Care Assistants (SJA/SB)." This opportunity is located in Smethwick, West Midlands, and falls under the category of supply services of personnel, specifically the provision of temporary staff. The contract is set to start on 6th December 2021 and will last until 6th March 2022, with a total contract value of £9,249. Interested parties must submit their bids by 10:00 am on 29th November 2021 through the In-tend e-Tendering System, which is the designated procurement method for this opportunity.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for agencies specialising in healthcare staffing, particularly those with experience in providing care assistants for individuals with dementia and related conditions. Businesses looking to compete should have a strong background in healthcare service provision, as the role requires a deep understanding of supporting vulnerable individuals and maintaining their dignity. Companies will need to furnish documentation, including CVs and references, while complying with regulatory requirements such as enhanced DBS checks and proof of the Covid-19 vaccination. Overall, this contract offers substantial avenues for growth within the public sector's healthcare staffing sphere.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fountain Court - Care Assistants (SJA/SB)

Notice Description

Care Assistant Rate of Pay: PS10.62 per hour (PAYE) Hours: 28 hours and 21 Hours (see advert for working pattern) Location: Fountain Court, Millpool Way, Smethwick Start Date: ASAP for 12 Weeks Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: The service is generally focused on but not completely for people who have a dementia diagnoses. The main duties include supporting people to engage in meaningful activities Supporting people with occasional personal care Supporting people to keep safe due to their confusion Supporting people to mobilise to and from the dining room, toilet etc To promote independence and dignity To work well with existing day care staff members and managers to deliver a valued service You will require experience with working with Older people with a physical or mental health need. A good level of written and verbal communication This role will require working days and evening and weekends and also be required to work on Bank Holidays, working hours are 28 or 21 hours per week working 7.30am -2.30pm and 2.30pm- 10.00pm This role requires an enhanced Barring Adults DBS Check. This role falls inside of IR35. This role also requires the worker to enter a CQC regulated setting, therefore proof of the Covid 19 Vaccine will be required. 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 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: Monday 29 November 2021 at 10.00am 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-b5fd17-948e6435-b2f2-4899-b037-e66b01068193
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f5d4ff7-5144-4eee-a0ed-191cba674c40
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
£9,249 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Dec 2021 - 6 Mar 2022 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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