Tender

Adult Solicitor

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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10 Oct 2019 at 15:27

Tender

09 Oct 2019 at 11:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to procure legal services for the role of an Adult Solicitor, with a contract valued at £10,000. The solicitation invites qualified solicitors with a minimum of two years' experience in public law adult care matters to apply. The tender period is open until the 14th of October 2019, and the successful candidate is expected to commence work by the 21st of October 2019. The position is based at the Council House in Oldbury, West Midlands, with standard working hours of 37 hours per week, under an agency contract for a duration of 12 weeks.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for legal firms specialising in public law and local authority matters, particularly those experienced in adult care law. Businesses that possess strong advocacy capabilities and can demonstrate a history of handling diverse legal caseloads would be well-suited to compete. Notably, agencies representing qualified solicitors are encouraged to submit their candidates, potentially enhancing their service offerings within the legal sector in the region.

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Notice Title

Adult Solicitor

Notice Description

ADULT SOLICITOR Rate of Pay: Paid at Band H (PS21.13 ph to worker). If you candidate requires a limited pay rate, please state this at the time you upload their CV. Hours: 37 hours per week and the working hours are: Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.30pm and Friday is 9.00am to 5.00pm 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 is an opportunity to work for a local authority with a large established legal team who are very forward thinking. Due to increase in workloads an opportunity has arisen for a locum solicitor to hit the ground running on adult social care matters. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with at least 3 years PQE (or equivalent) with at least 2 years' experience specialising in and handling Public law adult care matters, preferably from a local authority perspective. The successful candidate must have the ability to carry a varied case load covering all aspects of Public Law adult matters. You must be a confident advocate as there will be an expectation for you to cover hearings, some of which may be contested. The candidate must be proactive, work well under pressure, self-reliant in addition to team working. The successful candidate will gain great exposure to a varied caseload and will enjoy a high level of responsibility with a great deal of client contact. We are looking for experienced candidates with a broad spectrum including advocacy. Essential requirements: Qualified Solicitor/ Barrister of at least 2 years' experience in Adult Law, preferably within a local authority setting including advocacy experience. Experience of providing advice to internal and external clients and an ability to undertake workload with minimal supervision. A general knowledge of local government law will be an advantage in this particular role. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions. This role may require you to travel across the Borough of Sandwell. If so, a driving licence check, including proof of business insurance and MOT will be required. 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... 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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c99ff0c1-82fe-49a3-9e73-7ecd8e61947e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7e31331-694f-4349-b816-e054676a2318
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

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Oct 2019 - 19 Jan 2020 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
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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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