--- title: "Head of Building Safety and Compliance (SJA -22/1/25)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1d832b1f-850e-4968-8179-2092bea73e5a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1d832b1f-850e-4968-8179-2092bea73e5a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1d832b1f-850e-4968-8179-2092bea73e5a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1d832b1f-850e-4968-8179-2092bea73e5a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2025-01-24" --- # Head of Building Safety and Compliance (SJA -22/1/25) Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d832b1f-850e-4968-8179-2092bea73e5a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1d832b1f-850e-4968-8179-2092bea73e5a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1d832b1f-850e-4968-8179-2092bea73e5a.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Head of Building Safety and Compliance for an interim position. This role, based in Roway Lane, Oldbury within the Operations and Development Centre, falls under the industry category of 'Supply services of personnel including temporary staff' (CPV code 79620000). The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an open procedure for bids below the threshold. All procurement responses must be submitted by 27th January 2025, with the specified contract period running from 3rd February 2025 to 3rd May 2025. The position offers a rate of £30.23 per hour or as proposed on the CV at submission, with no DBS requirement and classified as inside IR35. This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in social housing compliance and safety. It is particularly suitable for agencies with expertise in overseeing compliance in areas such as fire safety, structural integrity, and more, especially those experienced in managing politically sensitive environments and strategic issues. Companies that can supply highly qualified personnel with a proven track record in enhancing service quality and engaging stakeholders should consider competing for this contract to expand their portfolio and establish strong connections with local government bodies. ## Notice Job Title: Head of Building Safety and Compliance Rate of Pay: ?30.23 per hour, or please provide what rate/day rate you are looking for on the CV at the point of submission Hours: 37 Location: Operations and Development Centre, Roway Lane, Oldbury Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: Sandwell Council is committed to enhancing the quality and safety of its housing stock, which includes approximately 28,000 properties. After significant organizational changes, we are on an exciting journey to modernize and improve our services for residents. We seek a passionate and decisive Head of Building Safety and Compliance on an Interim basis to ensure our properties are safe and compliant. The post holder will be responsible for overseeing compliance in critical areas such as fire safety, structural integrity, electrical and gas installations, asbestos management, and more. As a key leader, you will manage compliance for 52 high-rise buildings, ensuring full adherence to the Building Safety Act and related regulations. You will also provide support to the Assistant Director and manage a team of five professionals. Key Responsibilities: o Responsible for building safety for the residential stock. o Responsible for a team of compliance officers providing the second line of assurance looking at horizon scanning and emerging risks. o Lead initiatives to improve service quality and performance culture. o Prepare and present complex policy documents and reports. o Manage budgets and engage with internal and external stakeholders. o Stay informed about emerging legislation and technologies to effectively manage risks. Key Skills and Qualifications: o Relevant professional qualifications in key compliance areas. o Experience in a politically sensitive environment and managing strategic issues. o Extensive experience in property compliance within social housing. o Proven track record in improving service quality and engaging stakeholders. o Understanding of local government decision-making processes. o Understanding local government decision making and governance and experience of working with elected members and boards. o As a politically restricted role, experience of working with political processes and managing politically sensitive issues at a strategic level is a must. 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. This role is Inside IR35 Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appoin... 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. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29951fe4-d5cc-4f98-8478-226ca6dd4b9e | | 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 | 24 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 27 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 3 May 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £14,234 | | 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 - 24 Jan 2025 at 09:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29951fe4-d5cc-4f98-8478-226ca6dd4b9e - 23 Jan 2025 at 11:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29951fe4-d5cc-4f98-8478-226ca6dd4b9e - 23 Jan 2025 at 09:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29951fe4-d5cc-4f98-8478-226ca6dd4b9e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29951fe4-d5cc-4f98-8478-226ca6dd4b9e 24th January 2025 - 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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