--- title: "Santa at the Valley 14th & 15th Dec" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3e1d2613-f031-4075-8a92-6cd6fcac639c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3e1d2613-f031-4075-8a92-6cd6fcac639c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3e1d2613-f031-4075-8a92-6cd6fcac639c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3e1d2613-f031-4075-8a92-6cd6fcac639c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-04" --- # Santa at the Valley 14th & 15th Dec Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3e1d2613-f031-4075-8a92-6cd6fcac639c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3e1d2613-f031-4075-8a92-6cd6fcac639c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3e1d2613-f031-4075-8a92-6cd6fcac639c.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender under the title “Santa at the Valley 14th & 15th Dec,” targeting the industry category of supply services of personnel including temporary staff (CPV code 79620000). This procurement process pertains to a festive initiative within the West Midlands, specifically in West Bromwich (postal code B70 8SZ). The tender, currently in the active stage, calls for two Santas to participate in holiday events on 14th and 15th December 2024, with the tender period concluding on 5th December 2024 at 13:00. Conducted via an open procedure (below threshold), interested parties are required to register and submit their bids through the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. This tender offers potential business growth opportunities, particularly for agencies or businesses specialising in event staffing, entertainment services, and temporary personnel supply. Companies adept at providing engaging and customer-oriented individuals who can interact seamlessly with both children and adults will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, those with a knack for festive event planning and execution, possessing a supply of experienced entertainers such as Santas, will gain leverage in this opportunity to contribute to a significant community event and expand their client portfolio with a reputable public sector organisation. ## Notice Santa Could you bring a Ho Ho Ho to Christmas in Sandwell? We are looking for 2 Santas to light up children's faces with joy this festive season during grotto visits and exclusive appearances. A very jolly personality is a must, and individuals must be able to liaise with children and adults well with a keen eye for exceptional customer service. You must be able to remain in character and interact with children and give them a gift. A happy band of elves will also be with you to assist you in your duties. Sandwell events are great fun to work on, with a strong teamwork ethic and plenty of opportunities to gain new skills. Previous Santa experience is preferable but not essential. This post will include weekend working cover. Working Hours from 09.30am - 4.00pm weekends from Saturday 14th December 2024 and 15th December 2024. Additional information: 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. Required - Please confirm both the candidate and agency rate with the bid Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acaebc65-3849-4c6a-8ec1-e304504d9c8a | | 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 | 4 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2024 | | 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 | 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 - 4 Dec 2024 at 09:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acaebc65-3849-4c6a-8ec1-e304504d9c8a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acaebc65-3849-4c6a-8ec1-e304504d9c8a 4th December 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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