Tender

Housing Solutions Officer DB050221

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Feb 2021 at 15:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking to fill three Housing Solutions Officer positions through an open procurement process titled "Housing Solutions Officer DB050221." This recruitment falls under the industry category of recruitment services and is located in Oldbury, West Midlands. The deadline for submitting quotations is set for Wednesday, 10th February 2021, at 12:00 PM, with the contract anticipated to commence on the 14th of February and run until the 30th of April 2021. Interested agencies must engage with the In-tend e-Tendering System to participate in this opportunity.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for recruitment firms or agencies specialising in social care and housing services, particularly those with expertise in working with clients facing complex challenges such as homelessness and substance misuse. The ideal candidates will have experience associated with the Homeless Reduction Act and the housing sector. This role will require a supportive and empathetic approach to help clients navigate their housing journeys and develop personalised plans for their needs, making it essential for businesses with a background in care and support to participate in the tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Housing Solutions Officer DB050221

Notice Description

Housing Solutions Officer x3 Rate of Pay: PS12.60 per hour Hours: 37 Location: Based at Council House, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DB 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: This role is required to work under the Homeless Reduction Act 2017. It is ideal that candidates have knowledge of the legislation and experience of working within Housing Options and the wider housing and homelessness sector. We are looking for a friendly and approachable person to work with clients with multiple complex support needs including clients that are street homeless and experiencing challenges such as substance misuse and mental health issues. You will engage with these individuals throughout their housing journey and will provide a bespoke package of wrap-around support tailored to the individual's needs. This will include undertaking risk assessments and creating Personalised Housing Plans with an emphasis on understanding and getting to know the individual and their needs, in order to support them off the streets and into accommodation, ensuring they have the skills in place to maintain and sustain a tenancy independently. Key responsibilities will include: * To take a full homeless application and undertake thorough investigations in accordance with the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 * To carry out detailed enquiries on cases subject to statutory review proceedings * To prevent and relieve homelessness * To provide advice and assistance of a range of housing options * To undertake a holistic assessment of the client's needs - working alongside partners and agencies to develop a suitable action plan to address these needs * To develop, update and review Personalised Housing Plans for customers in light of the Homeless Reduction Act following a detailed assessment * Work closely with clients with multiple complex needs to develop a package of wrap-around support - and deliver this support in conjunction with specialist agencies and partners Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions. 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... 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 10th February 2021 12:00pm Midday. 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/8dcd194a-c10b-49c6-95c5-2d130a2b8835
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

98513300 - Temporary staff for households

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,594 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Feb 2021 - 30 Apr 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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