--- title: "Sandwell Residents Panel" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2c1783b0-23c3-4111-a66c-0dacffda6173" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2c1783b0-23c3-4111-a66c-0dacffda6173" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c1783b0-23c3-4111-a66c-0dacffda6173.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c1783b0-23c3-4111-a66c-0dacffda6173.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2022-02-14" --- # Sandwell Residents Panel Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2c1783b0-23c3-4111-a66c-0dacffda6173 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2c1783b0-23c3-4111-a66c-0dacffda6173) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2c1783b0-23c3-4111-a66c-0dacffda6173.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently engaged in an open tender process for the "Sandwell Residents Panel" consultancy, which aims to establish a residents' panel to enhance evidence-based policy and service delivery. This tender is classified under research and development services, specifically focusing on development consultancy. The procurement is set in the West Midlands, with a contract duration of three years, commencing on 14 March 2022 and concluding on 13 March 2025. The closing date for submissions is Monday, 28 February 2022, at 15:00hrs, and the estimated total contract value is approximately £90,000, reflecting an annual budget of £30,000. This tender presents valuable opportunities for local consultancy firms, particularly those with expertise in community engagement and research methodologies. Businesses that can demonstrate a commitment to involving local residents in their operations will be well-positioned to compete. The procurement aims to enhance the voice of residents in council decision-making, making it essential for bidders to align their strategies with the council's objectives towards improving community well-being and service effectiveness. ## Notice Sandwell Residents Panel Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council (the Council) is seeking to appoint an experienced consultant to assist with the development and operation of a resident's panel in Sandwell for three years. Local providers are encouraged to apply and applicants who have a commitment to utilising local people in the work. The consultant will be responsible for developing a residents' panel to support evidence-based policy, service delivery and performance management. The main purpose of involving residents in the decision making of the council via the resident's panel is more accurately represent resident views and needs and therefore to positively affect wellbeing outcomes. Term of Contract The Contract Period will be for 3 years, commencing 14 March 2022 to 13 March 2025 Value of Contract The estimated annual budget payable for the delivery of this application is in the region of PS30,000, with an overall contract value of PS90,000. This figure is intended to act as a guide to assist in the preparation of your quotation. The Council does not bind itself to this or any other figure. The contract value shall remain fixed for the duration of the contract. 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. Closing date: Monday 28 February 2022 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5afd6a9-8fec-4ab7-9532-bc7ee80bb0ff | | 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 | 14 Feb 2022 | | Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Mar 2022 - 13 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | B69 3DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | Oldbury | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 73220000 - Development consultancy services ## Release History - 14 Feb 2022 at 14:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5afd6a9-8fec-4ab7-9532-bc7ee80bb0ff - 14 Feb 2022 at 14:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5afd6a9-8fec-4ab7-9532-bc7ee80bb0ff ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5afd6a9-8fec-4ab7-9532-bc7ee80bb0ff 14th February 2022 - 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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