Tender

QU176 - Investigation Officer (Employee Relations)

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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07 Dec 2018 at 13:01

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Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council is seeking to establish a select list of up to 15 Independent Investigation Officers for handling complex employee relations investigations. The procurement, initiated under tender QU176 titled "Investigation Officer (Employee Relations)," is classified under investigation services and is set to take place in Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract duration is 12 months, commencing on 14th January 2019, with an option for a further 12-month extension subject to performance. Interested parties must submit their completed tender documentation via the in-tend system by noon on 7th January 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in employee relations, legal consultancy, or investigation services to grow and expand their service offerings. Companies with experience in conducting thorough investigations and adhering to strict confidentiality protocols would be ideal candidates to compete for this contract. Additionally, organisations familiar with local council procedures and requirements may find themselves well-positioned to meet the needs of Birmingham City Council and its associated schools.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QU176 - Investigation Officer (Employee Relations)

Notice Description

Birmingham City Council requires a select list of (maximum 15) Independent Investigation Officers who are experienced in carrying out complex employee relations investigations for employee relations cases within the Council and for Schools customers. The contract will be for a period of 12 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months subject to performance and demand of the business. The contract is expected to commence on 14th January 2019 until 13th January 2021. * To manage and conduct the investigation in a timely manner, within the recommended timescales and advising of the reasons for any potential delays. * To ensure that the investigation adheres to the prescribed policy and procedure * To keep a log and records of the investigation meetings undertaken with times and dates * To provide the commissioning officer with regular updates-frequency to be agreed * To make a judgment regarding the identification of required witnesses, consulting with the commissioning officer as and if needed * To produce an investigatory report within the prescribed format * To make recommendations as to whether there is a potential case to answer at a formal hearing * In the case of disciplinary investigations to provide relevant information upon request to facilitate a review of suspension * Maintaining confidentiality at all times and ensuring employee and witnesses are aware of their responsibilities to maintain confidentiality * To attend hearing(s) to present evidence if required * To attend Employment Tribunals to give evidence and support the employer in preparation as required * To develop an appropriate and professional working relationship with client base including with Head teachers, Governors, Employment Relations Consultants from Schools as well as BCC Senior Management. Registration and use of in-tend is free. All correspondence for this procurement process must be via the in-tend correspondence function. If you are unable to register with in-tend please either email us at cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call 0121 464 8000. If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access the Council's tender Portal:-. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register as a bidder. We will send you a log on and password so you can download the tender documentation. Your completed tender documentation should be returned by noon 7th January 2019 via the 'in-tend' system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Additional information: If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Council's tender Portal. Delivery Notes Birmingham 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/2baf2baa-9434-4d81-8f71-0f9ea16860e6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79720000 - Investigation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jan 2019 - 13 Jan 2021 2-3 years
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
BIRMINGHAM CITY 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
B4 7WB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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