--- title: "Digital Transformation and Engagement Officer" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0c8595e6-e509-43f4-b428-179d82fed554" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0c8595e6-e509-43f4-b428-179d82fed554" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c8595e6-e509-43f4-b428-179d82fed554.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c8595e6-e509-43f4-b428-179d82fed554.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2023-02-22" --- # Digital Transformation and Engagement Officer Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c8595e6-e509-43f4-b428-179d82fed554 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0c8595e6-e509-43f4-b428-179d82fed554) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c8595e6-e509-43f4-b428-179d82fed554.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Digital Transformation and Engagement Officer for a temporary role based at Hybrid/Sandwell Council House. The contract is for 12 weeks, with an option to extend. The tender period ends on February 24, 2023, and the contract period starts on February 28, 2023, and ends on May 31, 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure below threshold. This opportunity is suitable for businesses offering services related to digital transformation and engagement. Companies experienced in ICT and digital workflows would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council aims to transform its digital democratic processes and engage residents in local democracy, creating opportunities for businesses to contribute meaningfully to the council's initiatives. ## Notice Job Title: Digital Transformation and Engagement Officer Rate of Pay: PS17.06 per hour (Inside IR35) Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Hybrid/Sandwell Council House, Oldbury, B69 3DE Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Temporary (Agency) 12 weeks with a view to extend Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are looking for people with the drive and ambition to make Sandwell's Vision 2030 a reality. It's an exciting time for Democratic Services in Sandwell, with an ambitious change plan underway. We are looking for a team member to join us for a 12 month period in a fast-paced environment where you will play a key role in transforming our digital democratic processes and strengthening the ways in which we engage residents in local democracy. We're looking for an experienced ICT professional who is able to transpose working practices into efficient digital workflows. The Council currently operates with Xpress elections management, Modern.gov committee management and Civico webcasting systems alongside our Member portal which operates using Granicus technology. Whilst working knowledge of these would be beneficial, it is not essential, as comprehensive training would be provided to the right candidate. Working collaboratively with Members and Officers, your personal contribution will have a positive and lasting impact both within the council and to the residents of Sandwell. You must be a team player willing to provide a comprehensive support service, dealing with high volumes of work and used to working under pressure to tight deadlines. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Elaine Newsome Service Manager, Democracy elaine_newsome@sandwell.gov.uk The council is currently operating a combination of working from home with attendance at offices in line with business need. All Committee meetings are taking place at Sandwell Council for which attendance may be required. Please note due to the nature of this role you must be prepared to work outside of regular office hours. 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 basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. 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... Additional information: 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 Quotation or other related documents. To 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. Delivery Notes 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 Quotation or other related documents. To 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. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cba604e4-02eb-435c-96d0-2b89636db6e0 | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Feb 2023 | | Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Feb 2023 - 31 May 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,984 | | 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 | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 22 Feb 2023 at 15:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cba604e4-02eb-435c-96d0-2b89636db6e0 - 22 Feb 2023 at 15:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cba604e4-02eb-435c-96d0-2b89636db6e0 - 22 Feb 2023 at 15:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cba604e4-02eb-435c-96d0-2b89636db6e0 - 22 Feb 2023 at 15:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cba604e4-02eb-435c-96d0-2b89636db6e0 - 22 Feb 2023 at 07:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cba604e4-02eb-435c-96d0-2b89636db6e0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cba604e4-02eb-435c-96d0-2b89636db6e0 22nd February 2023 - 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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