Tender

VISITOR SERVICES ATTENDANT (SANTA'S ELF HELPERS and HALLOWEEN SPOOKS

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Oct 2022 at 09:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender opportunity for the provision of Visitor Services Attendants at Sandwell Valley, West Bromwich. The contract involves roles for Santa's Elf Helpers and Halloween Spooks, with flexible shift patterns starting from October 22 until December 23, 2022. The event dates include Halloween activities from October 22 to 30 and Christmas events from November 19 to December 23. The procurement method is an Open procedure with a contract value of £19,440.00 GBP.

This tender by the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council offers business growth opportunities for companies providing personnel services, particularly those experienced in event staffing and customer service. Businesses willing to engage in festive and Halloween-themed activities, with an emphasis on exceptional customer service and teamwork, are well-suited for this contract. Interested parties must adhere to the specified submission requirements through the In-tend e-Tendering System before the tender period ends on October 10 at 13:30.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VISITOR SERVICES ATTENDANT (SANTA'S ELF HELPERS and HALLOWEEN SPOOKS

Notice Description

VISITOR SERVICES ATTENDANT (SANTA'S ELF HELPERS and HALLOWEEN SPOOKS Rate of Pay: PS9.60 per hour to worker Hours: Flexible shift patterns (including weekends) Location: Sandwell Valley , West Bromwich Start Date: Saturday 22 October until 23 December 2022 Brief description: How would you shape up as Santa's little helper? We are looking for a band of happy elves to help us make Christmas magical for families from across Sandwell. Our Santa at the Valley and Festive Forge Mill Farm events attract hundreds of people each year and are renowned across the area. The roles include interacting with families, supervising children's activities, working with Santa in his grotto, assisting with craft activities and helping with managing and entertaining queues. We also require creepy, Halloween spooks for our autumn events who are prepared to have fun, dress up and give families a fright. Costumes for both roles will be provided, and individuals must be able to liaise with children and adults well with a keen eye for exceptional customer service. Sandwell events are great fun to work on, with a strong teamwork ethic and plenty of opportunities to gain new skills. Event dates are: Halloween at the Valley and Pumpkin Picking at Forge Mill 22 October to 30 October Christmas Light Switch Ons and Other events 19 November to 23 December Santa at the Valley and Festive Forge Mill Farm 3 December to 23 December 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. No DBS is required for this role. This role falls inside of IR35. 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 88... 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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78ab7f32-396f-42b6-bc68-466ca42996c2
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
£19,440 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Oct 2022 - 23 Dec 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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