--- title: "SEND Commissioning Officer" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7476dc8d-8eb3-4239-a561-a718da5c10e2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7476dc8d-8eb3-4239-a561-a718da5c10e2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7476dc8d-8eb3-4239-a561-a718da5c10e2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7476dc8d-8eb3-4239-a561-a718da5c10e2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-10" --- # SEND Commissioning Officer Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7476dc8d-8eb3-4239-a561-a718da5c10e2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7476dc8d-8eb3-4239-a561-a718da5c10e2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7476dc8d-8eb3-4239-a561-a718da5c10e2.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tenders for the role of SEND Commissioning Officer, classified under CPV code 79620000, which involves supply services of personnel including temporary staff. This procurement process is in the Tender stage with an open procedure procurement method for services. The contract is a temporary position based in Sandwell/Hybrid, West Midlands, with a start date of 15th December 2024 and an end date of 31st March 2025. The deadline for submissions is 11th December 2024 at 10:00 AM. The successful candidate will be leading the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of services for SEND and Alternative Provision in Sandwell to improve outcomes for children and young people. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in temporary staffing and personnel supply, especially those with experience in the SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) sector. Businesses with a strong background in SEND service developments, working collaboratively with a range of agencies, and financial management will find this tender particularly suitable. It also presents an avenue for businesses to establish themselves as key partners in local government initiatives. Those providing innovative solutions to complex problems and who are adept in change management will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. This engagement can aid in business growth by offering a platform to showcase expertise in managing and commissioning essential services for SEND, enhancing visibility and credibility in the public sector. ## Notice Title: SEND Commissioning Lead Contract Type: Temporary Hours: 37 Hours Location: Sandwell/Hybrid Day Rate ?600+ Insert Brief Job Summary: You will be expected to describe the role within a few bullet points o To lead on the development, implementation, monitoring and review of services for SEND and Alternative Provision o To ensure that service development and redesign is undertaken to improve outcomes for children and young people in Sandwell o To ensure that provision utilised by Sandwell for SEND/AP is of a good standard and meets the needs of children and young people and support the commissioning of complex placements o To lead on the development of SEND commissioning plans and strategies, working with colleagues from across Children's Services, the Council and partners. o To support colleagues across the partnerships and strategic commissioning team to ensure that services are commissioned that support SEND o Support the development of specialist SEND places across Sandwell and lead of the management of the SEND capital grant You will be expected to select up to five essential requirements for the role, insert these below o Knowledge of developments impacting on the functions of local authorities related to SEND, and the interrelationships between agencies. o Knowledge of current relevant legislation and statutory duties, responsibilities and best practice in the field of SEND and current local ,regional and national pressures relating to the field of SEND o Experience of joint collaborative working with professionals from a range of agencies, including co-ordinating inputs from a range of professional sources. o Proven experience of commissioning services, developing services, strategies in a SEND, health or social care context o Evidence of success in change management and developing innovative solutions to complex problems. o Experience of financial management and complex negotiations. 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. 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 acc... Additional information: 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/bdfca82d-479d-435b-baf1-c2cc2fe6cb9e | | 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 | 10 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Dec 2024 - 31 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 | 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 - 10 Dec 2024 at 15:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfca82d-479d-435b-baf1-c2cc2fe6cb9e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdfca82d-479d-435b-baf1-c2cc2fe6cb9e 10th 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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