--- title: "Operations Manager" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1e1a21b8-831f-44b4-ad88-0da16d889573" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1e1a21b8-831f-44b4-ad88-0da16d889573" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e1a21b8-831f-44b4-ad88-0da16d889573.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e1a21b8-831f-44b4-ad88-0da16d889573.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-11-18" --- # Operations Manager Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e1a21b8-831f-44b4-ad88-0da16d889573 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1e1a21b8-831f-44b4-ad88-0da16d889573) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e1a21b8-831f-44b4-ad88-0da16d889573.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is conducting an open procurement process for the position of Operations Manager, with a focus on adult social care operations. The tender was published on 18 November 2021 and is set to close on 24 November 2021 at 17:30. The contract will begin on 29 November 2021 and is expected to conclude by 28 February 2022, with a potential extension of three months. The role offers a competitive pay rate ranging from £24.80 to £26.38 per hour and allows for remote working. Interested parties are encouraged to register and submit their tenders via the In-tend e-Tendering System. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for organisations with expertise in adult social care and project management to engage with a reputable local authority. Companies with experience in transformations related to safeguarding, integrated pathways, and relevant legislation, such as the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act, would be particularly well-suited for this role. Additionally, agencies specialising in temporary staffing for public services could find a potential avenue for growth by responding to this procurement, as the contract demands strong communication and analytical skills. ## Notice Operations Manager Rate of Pay: PS24.80 up to 26.38 per hour Hours: 37 Hours per week Location: Remote Working, but could also involve being in the office Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are looking for an Operations Manager experienced in adult social care operations and the delivery of a transformation programme. You must be able to design and operate an effective system of programme management and governance whilst also leading or supporting a range of key projects in adult safeguarding, LPS, integrated pathways, and structural change etc. Good communication, partnership working, analytical skills and report writing are needed together with a can-do attitude and an ability to think creatively. You will need to be motivated and flexible with a strengths-based approach and sound knowledge and experience of current legislation including the Care Act 2014, Continuing Health Care, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Community DoLS. This is a 3-month post (with a possible extension for another 3 months) that provides a great opportunity to help shape and deliver a programme of transformation working with a friendly, skilled, diverse and supportive team in Sandwell. You will report to the Interim Assistant Director for adult social care and be part of a council that now has a national reputation for getting things done, where all local partners are focused on what really matters in people's lives and communities. This role requires an enhanced Barring Adults DBS Check. This role falls inside of IR35. This role also requires the worker to enter a CQC regulated setting, therefore proof of the Covid 19 Vaccine will be required. 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. 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 required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal pleas... 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/263da3c6-8abc-4c13-8590-d21c246d2c0d | | 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 | 18 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 24 Nov 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Nov 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £11,712 | | 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 - 18 Nov 2021 at 14:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/263da3c6-8abc-4c13-8590-d21c246d2c0d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/263da3c6-8abc-4c13-8590-d21c246d2c0d 18th November 2021 - 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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