--- title: "Secretary Required X2" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-956eb6fe-bb60-477d-b2f5-d165120420f1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-956eb6fe-bb60-477d-b2f5-d165120420f1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-956eb6fe-bb60-477d-b2f5-d165120420f1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-956eb6fe-bb60-477d-b2f5-d165120420f1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2018-12-13" --- # Secretary Required X2 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-956eb6fe-bb60-477d-b2f5-d165120420f1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-956eb6fe-bb60-477d-b2f5-d165120420f1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-956eb6fe-bb60-477d-b2f5-d165120420f1.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is initiating a procurement process titled "Secretary Required X2", aimed at hiring two Personal Assistants to provide executive support. This tender falls under the services industry, specifically focusing on supply services of personnel, and is based in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with a closing date for submissions set for 17th December 2018 at 15:00hrs. The contract is expected to commence on 7th January 2019 and will run for three months, concluding on 25th March 2019. Candidates must demonstrate relevant experience and hold specific educational qualifications. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in administrative services, particularly those with a focus on providing temporary staffing solutions. Companies that offer skilled administrative professionals, especially those with experience in supporting senior management or elected officials, would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, agencies familiar with public sector contracts and those capable of advising candidates on pay rates could find this contract advantageous for their growth prospects. ## Notice Secretary Required X2 Sandwell Council are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic PA/Executive Support professional who is experienced in diary management, is able to deal with high volumes of work, can work well within a team as well as with minimum supervision. You will play a key role in driving the fast pace of change and ensuring transparency and accountability of activity across the organisation. You will demonstrate a track record of successful delivery, the required skills and experience; and perform to a high standard in a challenging environment. You will be an experienced PA, who has worked with elected members, directors/senior managers or people in positions of authority. You must hold GCSE Maths and English or equivalent along with OCR/RSA II in Typing/Word processing or equivalent. 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: 17th December 2018 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Secretary Required X2 Hours: 37 hours Working Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.30pm and Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm Start date: ASAP End date: 3 months from start date Rate of Pay: Band E PS23,866- PS28,221 PAYE but agencies can advise what the candidate would be looking for on a ltd company basis Contract type: Agency Job Description and Person Specification attached. Brief description: Sandwell Council are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic PA/Executive Support professional who is experienced in diary management, is able to deal with high volumes of work, can work well within a team as well as with minimum supervision. You will play a key role in driving the fast pace of change and ensuring transparency and accountability of activity across the organisation. You will demonstrate a track record of successful delivery, the required skills and experience; and perform to a high standard in a challenging environment. You will be an experienced PA, who has worked with elected members, directors/senior managers or people in positions of authority. You must hold GCSE Maths and English or equivalent along with OCR/RSA II in Typing/Word processing or equivalent. 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: 17th December 2018 at 15:00hrs Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9daa3f26-c524-4f22-880b-ea57335c867d | | 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 2018 | | Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Jan 2019 - 25 Mar 2019 | | 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 - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 75100000 - Administration services - 75112000 - Administrative services for business operations - 75120000 - Administrative services of agencies - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 13 Dec 2018 at 10:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9daa3f26-c524-4f22-880b-ea57335c867d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9daa3f26-c524-4f22-880b-ea57335c867d 13th December 2018 - 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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