Tender

Home Support Assistant R6

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

14 Apr 2020 at 10:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking tenders for the role of Home Support Assistant under the title "Home Support Assistant R6". This procurement falls under the services industry category and will be located in various locations throughout the borough of Sandwell. The procurement method selected is an open procedure below the threshold, with the tender stage actively underway. Interested parties have until Thursday, 16 April 2020, at 11:00 am to submit their bids, with the contract expected to commence on 20 April 2020 and run for a duration of four months, concluding on 17 July 2020.

This tender offers valuable opportunities for businesses engaged in the provision of care services, particularly those specialising in home support and assistance. Companies with experience in healthcare staffing, especially those capable of supplying personnel for flexible shift patterns and who can meet specific regulatory requirements, will be well-positioned to compete. The need for reliable care staff to assist individuals in maintaining their independence presents a solid growth avenue for relevant service providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Home Support Assistant R6

Notice Description

Home Support Assistants Working Hours: - 20 Hours Per Week, see attached sample rota Pay Rate: Band C, PS9.74 Per Hour PAYE, Start date: ASAP for 4 months Contract type: Agency Location: - Various locations across they borough of Sandwell. Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. As a Home Support Worker, you will be required to work with people in their own home, providing a range of care and support that maximises independence. This may include assisting people with their personal care, helping them to prepare meals and snacks and helping to rebuild their confidence. We aim to get people out of hospital as soon as they are medically fit and work with people to prevent further admissions. 20-hour posts available, which include a continental shift pattern that includes mornings and evenings and you should be able to travel across the borough and will therefore need to hold a full valid driving licence, have access to a car and must have business class insurance. This role requires an Enhanced Barring DBS check for Adults, also the candidates must hold a certificate in moving and handling. 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. Closing date: Thursday 16 April 2020 at 11.00am 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. Closing date: Thursday 16 April 2020 at 11.00am 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/5205b2c8-27c6-4814-ac7e-458f7163956e
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
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Apr 2020 - 17 Jul 2020 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
Sarah Adams
Contact Email
sarah_adams@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 6100

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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