Tender

Grounds Maintenance Operative DB 4Mar22

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Mar 2022 at 14:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking to recruit Grounds Maintenance Operatives through an open tender process for temporary positions lasting three months, starting from 14th March 2022. The tender, titled "Grounds Maintenance Operative DB 4Mar22", is focused on providing horticultural services across the Borough of Sandwell, with specific tasks that include grass cutting and sports field preparation. Interested parties must submit their applications via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal by 9th March 2022. The positions are based at Taylors Lane, Oldbury, in the West Midlands, with a pay rate of £10.01 per hour for a total of 37 hours per week.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in horticultural services and personnel supply. Companies with expertise in grounds maintenance, particularly those capable of providing trained operators skilled in using commercial mowing machinery, are well-positioned to compete. To maximise their chances, businesses should ensure they comply with the driving requirements, including holding a UK driving licence valid for operation of 3.5 tonne vehicles, and be prepared to meet health and safety standards as detailed in the tender documents.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance Operative DB 4Mar22

Notice Description

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE Rate of Pay: PS10.01 ph to worker Hours: 37 Location: Taylors Lane, Oldbury Contract type: Temporary for 3 months initially Job Description is attached which also provides more information above the role. Job Summary: The Grounds and Estate Maintenance team, based at Taylors Lane, Oldbury provides a broad range of horticultural services to locations across the Borough of Sandwell. Tasks include grass cutting, weed management, bed and shrub maintenance, as well as sports field preparation and maintenance. We are seeking to recruit up 6 Fixed Term/Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operatives to work alongside our permanent teams to assist with, mainly, grass cutting/mowing tasks from March to October 2022. You may be based anywhere within the Sandwell area. You must: * Have a full UK driving license with a minimum of 12 months driving experience (you must have the ability to drive a 3.5 tonne, manual, pickup style vehicle - the ability to tow a trailer would be also be an advantage, but not a requirement); and * Have experience of using commercial mowing machinery, including pedestrian and ride-on machines. You will receive basic training on * ride-on/pedestrian mowing machinery * horticultural equipment including strimmer/hedge trimmer/leaf blowers * health and safety You will be required to drive a manual 3.5 tonne vehicle and successful candidates will be required to pass a Driving Assessment (if they haven't already done so) and MUST currently hold the category of license required to operate these vehicles. You will also be required to pass an assessment to demonstrate that you are competent in the use of mowing and horticultural equipment. You will be required to wear safety footwear and uniform (PPE), which will also be provided to successful candidates. 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... 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-a2490217-4d28-4068-9f37-68b10dd8ab75
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41d97404-3d03-494a-a9a0-8d9652768698
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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

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 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Mar 2022 - 31 May 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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