--- title: "Admin Assistant (TT) DB 21Oct21" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-69b2097f-a656-4c79-882b-e9ee019c7434" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-69b2097f-a656-4c79-882b-e9ee019c7434" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69b2097f-a656-4c79-882b-e9ee019c7434.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69b2097f-a656-4c79-882b-e9ee019c7434.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-10-21" --- # Admin Assistant (TT) DB 21Oct21 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-69b2097f-a656-4c79-882b-e9ee019c7434 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-69b2097f-a656-4c79-882b-e9ee019c7434) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69b2097f-a656-4c79-882b-e9ee019c7434.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council seeking an Administrative Assistant for their Travel Assistance Service, with the tender titled "Admin Assistant (TT) DB 21Oct21". This opportunity is categorised under administration services and is set within Sandwell, West Midlands, UK. The procurement stage is currently open, following the initiation of the tender on 21st October 2021, with a submission deadline of 27th October 2021 at 15:00 hours. The contract period is expected to start on 1st November 2021 and will run for twelve weeks, with a possibility of extension until March 2022. The procurement method employed for this opportunity is an open procedure, which is below the threshold level. This tender presents a significant opportunity for administrative service providers, especially those with experience in public sector contracts or in delivering customer-facing administrative roles. Businesses equipped to handle the responsibilities outlined, such as managing client queries, preparing reports, and maintaining filing systems, would find this opportunity particularly suitable. Given the focus on travel assistance within the council, companies with a proven track record in similar service provisions are encouraged to participate, positioning themselves to potentially secure a contract that could lead to additional projects in the public sector. ## Notice Admin Assistant (Travel Assistance Service) Rate of Pay: PS10.83 PAYE to worker Hours: 37 hours Location: Various across Sandwell Borough Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency - 12 weeks Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to work within the Travel Assistance Service. This role is a full time 37 hour post and is for 12 weeks with a view to extend further until March 2022. Duties will involve: * Dealing with internal/external client queries by telephone/written correspondence. * Provide support to service area projects and service delivery as required. * Update/prepare spreadsheets/reports/databases in an accurate and timely manner. * Maintaining efficient filing and electronic document record systems including the distribution of incoming and collection of outgoing post. * Record and maintain records as required. * Preparation of meeting documents, drafting and sending letters by email/post. * Deliver excellent customer service to parents/carers, schools, transport providers. * Procurement and invoicing of goods and services. * Check transport routes using RAC route planner Can we have CVs as soon as possible please. This role may require you to travel across the Borough of Sandwell. If so, a driving licence check, including proof of business insurance and MOT will be required. No DBS is required for this role. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor 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 27 October 2021 at 15:00 hours 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/bec4bdc1-0239-46c0-82cc-fea9dc9eaeda | | 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 | 21 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | | 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 - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 75100000 - Administration services - 75120000 - Administrative services of agencies ## Release History - 21 Oct 2021 at 15:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bec4bdc1-0239-46c0-82cc-fea9dc9eaeda ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bec4bdc1-0239-46c0-82cc-fea9dc9eaeda 21st October 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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