--- title: "Vehicle Technician (7/8/24 - PT)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-26eb0372-182d-416e-bbcf-612faf02aa0f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-26eb0372-182d-416e-bbcf-612faf02aa0f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-26eb0372-182d-416e-bbcf-612faf02aa0f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-26eb0372-182d-416e-bbcf-612faf02aa0f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-08-07" --- # Vehicle Technician (7/8/24 - PT) Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-26eb0372-182d-416e-bbcf-612faf02aa0f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-26eb0372-182d-416e-bbcf-612faf02aa0f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-26eb0372-182d-416e-bbcf-612faf02aa0f.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is soliciting applications for the position of Vehicle Technician, classified under the industry category of supply services of personnel including temporary staff (CPV: 79620000). The role is based at Fleet Services, Waterfall Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 6RL, and provides fleet maintenance and repair services for various clients. The tender process is currently active, with an open procedure method, below the threshold. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on Friday, 16th August 2024, at 12:00 noon, and the contract period runs from 26th August 2024 to 26th November 2024. The procurement stage for this tender is tender, and the total contract value is GBP 2,254. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in automotive maintenance and repair, particularly those with experience in heavy commercial vehicle workshops. Companies offering highly skilled personnel with certifications such as full UK HGV (Category C or C+E), BTEC National Certificate in Automotive Engineering, and relevant NVQ qualifications are well-suited to compete. This opportunity provides a platform for business growth by engaging with a government client and potentially expanding services within the public sector market. Successful tenderers will need to submit their documents via the Sandwell MBC In-Tend Supplier Portal and ensure compliance with the specified requirements to enhance their chances of securing the contract. ## Notice Job Title: Vehicle Technician Rate of Pay: ?18.06 per hour Hours: 37 Location: Fleet Services, Waterfall Lane, Cradley Heath, B64 6RL. Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency A job description and personnel specification are attached, which also provide more information about the role. Brief description: Fleet Services are Sandwell MBC's in-house fleet maintenance operation. Based at Waterfall Lane in Cradley Heath, Fleet Services provides fleet maintenance and repair for Sandwell MBC, other public bodies, and private sector contracts. With a fleet size of over 1000 items, there is a huge variety of vehicles and equipment. Key Requirements o Full UK HGV (Category C or C+E). o Hold a BTEC National Certificate in Automotive Engineering (ONC) or equivalent. o Take part in an out-of-hours breakdown service. o Level 3 NVQ Automotive Maintenance and Repair or equivalent experience working in a heavy commercial vehicle workshop. o LGV License: Unrestricted Category C. o F gas license. o Forklift operator's license. o Tail lift LOLER certification. o Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement. Please have the agencies send over a CV, two up-to-date references, and a copy of the Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency's cost details in each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. No DBS is required for this role. Please note that this advertisement 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 with respect to the system, please contact the In-Tend support team at 0844 272 8810. Closing Date: Friday 16th August at 12.00noon Additional information: 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 with respect to the system, please contact the In-Tend support team at 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/e60bb67b-7f3d-459e-bc56-2d7d52ffed9d | | 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 | 7 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Aug 2024 - 26 Nov 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,254 | | 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 - 7 Aug 2024 at 14:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e60bb67b-7f3d-459e-bc56-2d7d52ffed9d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e60bb67b-7f3d-459e-bc56-2d7d52ffed9d 7th August 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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