--- title: "Catering Assistants Xmas 13Dec" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4545bcc3-5d88-4ef9-b9ce-062556df8931" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4545bcc3-5d88-4ef9-b9ce-062556df8931" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4545bcc3-5d88-4ef9-b9ce-062556df8931.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4545bcc3-5d88-4ef9-b9ce-062556df8931.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-12-13" --- # Catering Assistants Xmas 13Dec Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4545bcc3-5d88-4ef9-b9ce-062556df8931 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4545bcc3-5d88-4ef9-b9ce-062556df8931) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4545bcc3-5d88-4ef9-b9ce-062556df8931.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking caterers for its upcoming Christmas events, titled "Catering Assistants Xmas 13Dec". This procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions required by 13:00 on 15 December 2021. The contract will last from 17 to 24 December 2021, taking place at Sandwell Valley Park Farm, West Bromwich. The council will employ an open procurement method for this tender, with compensation set at £9.43 per hour, demanding food hygiene certification and catering experience from candidates. This opportunity presents a significant avenue for growth, particularly for companies specialising in temporary staffing, catering services, or those with experience in event support. Businesses looking to apply should be prepared to demonstrate their credentials and provide essential documentation to the council. Potential suppliers must engage through the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal, which facilitates the submission process and document access. Those equipped to manage flexible shifts, especially during peak festive periods, will be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. ## Notice CATERING ASSISTANTS X8 Rate of Pay: ?9.43 per hour to worker Hours: Flexible shift patterns (including weekends) Location: Sandwell Valley Park Farm, West Bromwich Start Date: Saturday 18th December 2021 until 24th December 2021 Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are looking for suitable people to work some days over the Christmas period. General duties could include, food and drink preparation, assisting in managing queues, washing up and cleaning tables. They must have food hygiene certificates and experience of working within a catering environment is essential. Event dates are: Forge Mill Farm Day time Offering: Christmas at the Farm o Event days - 17th- 22nd December 10am, 4-9.30pm Evening offering at Forge Mill Farm: Christmas Bedtime At The Farm Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th, Monday 20th, Tuesday 21st, Wednesday 22nd December from 4.30pm Sandwell Valley Park Farm Saturday 18, Sunday 19, Monday 20, Tuesday 21, and ( 1/2 a day) Wednesday 22 December 2021 Festive Evenings at Sandwell Valley Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th December 6pm until 9.30pm 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. No DBS is required for this role. 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 15 DECEMBER 2021 AT 13:00PM 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/05c79c06-a5aa-4106-9422-0054f072ceb6 | | 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 | 13 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Dec 2021 - 24 Dec 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £9 | | 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 - 13 Dec 2021 at 15:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05c79c06-a5aa-4106-9422-0054f072ceb6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05c79c06-a5aa-4106-9422-0054f072ceb6 13th December 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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