--- title: "Housing Mediation Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-05a9b8b1-6b51-4af7-b6e1-8cae4ee18edb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-05a9b8b1-6b51-4af7-b6e1-8cae4ee18edb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-05a9b8b1-6b51-4af7-b6e1-8cae4ee18edb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-05a9b8b1-6b51-4af7-b6e1-8cae4ee18edb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-11-22" --- # Housing Mediation Services Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-05a9b8b1-6b51-4af7-b6e1-8cae4ee18edb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-05a9b8b1-6b51-4af7-b6e1-8cae4ee18edb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-05a9b8b1-6b51-4af7-b6e1-8cae4ee18edb.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a contractor to provide Housing Mediation Services. This procurement falls under the construction consultancy services category (CPV 71530000) with additional classifications in research and development consultancy (CPV 73200000, 73210000, 73220000). The tender process is currently in the active stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 9th December 2024, 15:00 hrs. The project is located in the West Midlands, specifically Oldbury, with postal code B69 3ES. The contract period is scheduled from 9th January 2025 to 30th June 2025, using an open procurement method, and holds a value range between £10,000 and £15,000. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and research consultancy services to establish or expand their presence within the public sector. Companies proficient in handling complex contract analysis, providing mediation services, and formulating strategic recommendations would be well-suited for this project. Participation in this tender could lead to long-term engagement with the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council and similar entities, fostering growth and expanding market reach. The open procurement process further ensures a competitive yet accessible entry point for qualified businesses to vie for this contract. ## Notice Title : Housing Mediation Service Ref: Sand/TMO-24 Sandwell Council has a management arrangement with a Tenant Management Organisation (TMO) for the provision of Housing Management Services, this arrangement is ratified in a Management Agreement. A conflict has arisen around the interpretation of some of the contractual clauses, compliance with council policy and lawful responsibility to certain undertakings. Under the terms of the Management Agreement, where conflict arise and a solution is not agreeable, the next step is to consider mediation. What is required is an analysis of the Management Agreement to determine the obligations on both parties, consider the outstanding issues and to provide recommendation (report) on the way forward. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, 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 Quotation document or other related documents. In Order To View a On-Line Questionnaire (if applicable) or Submit a Quotation, 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: 9th December 2024 2022 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Title : Housing Mediation Service Ref: Sand/TMO-24 Sandwell Council has a management arrangement with a Tenant Management Organisation (TMO) for the provision of Housing Management Services, this arrangement is ratified in a Management Agreement. A conflict has arisen around the interpretation of some of the contractual clauses, compliance with council policy and lawful responsibility to certain undertakings. Under the terms of the Management Agreement, where conflict arise and a solution is not agreeable, the next step is to consider mediation. What is required is an analysis of the Management Agreement to determine the obligations on both parties, consider the outstanding issues and to provide recommendation (report) on the way forward. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, 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 Quotation document or other related documents. In Order To View a On-Line Questionnaire (if applicable) or Submit a Quotation, 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: 9th December 2024 2022 at 15:00hrs Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36726db9-541a-457f-8349-d9c27c83d606 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B69 3ES | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | Oldbury | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 71530000 - Construction consultancy services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 73210000 - Research consultancy services - 73220000 - Development consultancy services ## Release History - 22 Nov 2024 at 15:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36726db9-541a-457f-8349-d9c27c83d606 - 21 Nov 2024 at 20:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36726db9-541a-457f-8349-d9c27c83d606 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36726db9-541a-457f-8349-d9c27c83d606 22nd November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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