--- title: "Markets Assistant - 09.09.21" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2365859a-b0f9-439c-af6b-4948009852d0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2365859a-b0f9-439c-af6b-4948009852d0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2365859a-b0f9-439c-af6b-4948009852d0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2365859a-b0f9-439c-af6b-4948009852d0.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-09-03" --- # Markets Assistant - 09.09.21 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2365859a-b0f9-439c-af6b-4948009852d0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2365859a-b0f9-439c-af6b-4948009852d0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2365859a-b0f9-439c-af6b-4948009852d0.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently conducting a tender for the position of Markets Assistant, aimed at businesses in the service industry. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 9th September 2021, at 2 PM. This role, which falls inside IR35 legislation, requires the selected candidate to work 37 hours per week based in West Bromwich, with responsibilities including managing market operations across the borough. The contract period is expected to commence on 12th September and will run until 31st December 2021, with a budget value set between £1,000 and £2,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing for a competitive bidding environment. This tender provides an excellent opportunity for agencies and businesses specialising in temporary staffing solutions. Companies with expertise in recruitment, personnel supply, and customer service could greatly benefit from this contract, particularly those experienced in managing employees for outdoor and high-pressure environments. The role's requirements highlight the need for dependable candidates who can engage effectively with the public and market traders, making this an attractive venture for businesses capable of fulfilling such specific service-oriented roles. ## Notice Job Title: Markets Assistant Pay rate: ?10.83-?12.69 Contract type: Agency Hours: 37 hours per week including Saturdays worked over 5 days. Shift working, and Sunday and public holiday working may be required. Location: Based in West Bromwich but working throughout the borough IR35: This role falls inside of IR35 Legislation Job Summary: o To assist the Markets Manager in the day to day activities of the Markets Service. o The allocation of stalls, cash collection and accounting. o Liaison with market traders, customers and the public. o The daily management and enforcement of market regulations throughout the Borough. o Working in an office and outdoors on street markets. Essential requirements: o Must have good customer service skills, o Must have good cash handling and basic accounting skills. o Must be willing to spend a major part of the working day outdoors and in a wide variety of weather conditions. Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. o Must be willing and able to provide car/van to transport self and others to sites throughout the borough. Must be able to provide class 1 business use for approved vehicle. o Must be dependable, able to work under pressure and on own initiative, and must be assertive and able to enforce regulations fairly and consistently. 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 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 9th September 2021 at 2pm. Additional information: Job Title: Markets Assistant Pay rate: ?10.83-?12.69 Contract type: Agency Hours: 37 hours per week including Saturdays worked over 5 days. Shift working, and Sunday and public holiday working may be required. Location: Based in West Bromwich but working throughout the borough IR35: This role falls inside of IR35 Legislation Job Summary: o To assist the Markets Manager in the day to day activities of the Markets Service. o The allocation of stalls, cash collection and accounting. o Liaison with market traders, customers and the public. o The daily management and enforcement of market regulations throughout the Borough. o Working in an office and outdoors on street markets. Essential requirements: o Must have good customer service skills, o Must have good cash handling and basic accounting skills. o Must be willing to spend a major part of the working day outdoors and in a wide variety of weather conditions. Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. o Must be willing and able to provide car/van to transport self and others to sites throughout the borough. Must be able to provide class 1 business use for approved vehicle. o Must be dependable, able to work under pressure and on own initiative, and must be assertive and able to enforce regulations fairly and consistently. 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 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: Wednesday 25th August 21 at 5pm Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f2e01f9-8c91-45cd-9b09-299d17e89745 | | 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 | 3 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Sep 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000 | | 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 | 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 - 3 Sep 2021 at 10:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f2e01f9-8c91-45cd-9b09-299d17e89745 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f2e01f9-8c91-45cd-9b09-299d17e89745 3rd September 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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