Tender

Interim Assistant Director - Asset Management and Improvement

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

22 Jul 2022 at 19:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a qualified individual for the role of Interim Assistant Director - Asset Management and Improvement. This tender, categorised under recruitment services, is located in Oldbury, West Midlands, with a closing date for submission of quotations set for Friday, 29th July 2022, at 12:00 pm. The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2022 and will run until 31st December 2022. This open procurement process aims to attract a strategic leader who can drive the Council's ambitious housing improvement agenda, which includes a commitment to increasing the housing stock in the area by 8,000 new homes by 2030.

This tender offers significant opportunities for agencies and individuals in the recruitment sector, particularly those with experience in public sector placements and housing improvement projects. Businesses that specialise in recruitment services or have expertise in strategic leadership roles within local government contexts will find this a relevant and promising opportunity. The successful candidate will play a critical role in transforming the housing sector within Sandwell, offering great potential for business growth through follow-up recruitment contracts and ongoing consultancy engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim Assistant Director - Asset Management and Improvement

Notice Description

Job Title Interim Assistant Director - Asset Management and Improvement Rate of Pay: Day rate PS700-PS800 per day Hours: 37 per week Location: Roway Lane, Oldbury Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Temporary until 31/12/22 Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: With a population of c.328,000 and a large housing stock c.28,000, the Council has a very strong commitment to and pride in improving the quality of existing stock, making sure that properties are safe, compliant and energy efficient. Excitingly, by 2030, we also aim to have 8,000 more new homes in the borough which will be a mix of council house building, homes built by registered housing providers and the private sector. To enable the delivery of all of our ambitions, we are now seeking to recruit an Assistant Director who is passionate about improving the quality of housing for our tenants, has a focus on compliance and regulation and is willing to take the difficult decisions for the right outcomes. As a strategic leader you will be forward thinking, solutions focussed and offer a commercial view on the long-term strategy, as the Council looks to grow a new culture and develop expertise and capacity within the housing directorate. You will be joining a small but progressive leadership team that will enable you to influence and work within a leadership culture that is open to change and innovation. You will also provide high level professional advice to the Council and Cabinet Members on your service areas and, lead on systems change to improve the stock and outcomes for tenants, whilst delivering real plans for more energy efficient homes and the shift to net zero carbon. The Council has been through significant changes and challenges over the past couple of years. We are committed to continuing our improvement journey, transforming and modernising the Council business to get the best outcomes for Sandwell residents. This opportunity presents not only a huge challenge but also a great opportunity to lead, develop and continuously improve a wide range of business-critical services whilst ensuring the best tenant experience. We are realistic that our ambitious changes cannot be made overnight - This is why we are seeking an individual who is up for the challenge to join us in delivering this ambitious agenda for Sandwell - Big Plans for a Great Place. 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. 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 basi... 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 Friday 29th July 2022 12:00pm Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e7664e25-a010-4394-a7f1-4da11a03c18a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/224b53fc-be4c-430f-9756-fe4f4a8be66a
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

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2022 - 31 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
Karendeep Bassra
Contact Email
karendeep_bassra@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 4766

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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