--- title: "Housing Solutions Officer x3 DB" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b319a7dc-7f56-4828-894e-0cebbdf11255" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b319a7dc-7f56-4828-894e-0cebbdf11255" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b319a7dc-7f56-4828-894e-0cebbdf11255.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b319a7dc-7f56-4828-894e-0cebbdf11255.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2020-12-14" --- # Housing Solutions Officer x3 DB Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b319a7dc-7f56-4828-894e-0cebbdf11255 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b319a7dc-7f56-4828-894e-0cebbdf11255) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b319a7dc-7f56-4828-894e-0cebbdf11255.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to hire three Housing Solutions Officers for a contract commencing on 4th January 2021 and concluding on 31st March 2021. This procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with bids due by 15th December 2020 at 17:30. The opportunity falls within the housing services sector and is located in Oldbury, West Midlands, with the rate of pay set at £12.95 per hour for PAYE workers. The procurement will utilise an open method, allowing any interested parties to submit their proposals via the In-tend e-Tendering System. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in staffing or consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in housing support and homelessness intervention. Companies that specialise in recruiting personnel for social care or those with knowledge of the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 will find this contract particularly appealing. By delivering qualified personnel who can cater to the complex needs of vulnerable clients, potential bidders can enhance their market presence and contribute positively to community welfare. ## Notice HOUSING SOLUTIONS OFFICER Rate of Pay: ?12.95 ph to worker PAYE (for limited rate candidates, please let us know their rate of pay when uploading their CV). Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Location: Based at Business and Development Centre, Roway Lane, Oldbury, B69 3ES 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: This role is required to work under the Homeless Reduction Act 2017. It is ideal that candidates have knowledge of the legislation and experience of working within Housing Options and the wider housing and homelessness sector. We are looking for a friendly and approachable person to work with clients with multiple complex support needs including clients that are street homeless and experiencing challenges such as substance misuse and mental health issues. You will engage with these individuals throughout their housing journey and will provide a bespoke package of wrap-around support tailored to the individual's needs. This will include undertaking risk assessments and creating Personalised Housing Plans with an emphasis on understanding and getting to know the individual and their needs, in order to support them off the streets and into accommodation, ensuring they have the skills in place to maintain and sustain a tenancy independently. Key responsibilities will include: o To take a full homeless application and undertake thorough investigations in accordance with the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 o To carry out detailed enquiries on cases subject to statutory review proceedings o To prevent and relieve homelessness o To provide advice and assistance of a range of housing options o To undertake a holistic assessment of the client's needs - working alongside partners and agencies to develop a suitable action plan to address these needs o To develop, update and review Personalised Housing Plans for customers in light of the Homeless Reduction Act following a detailed assessment o Work closely with clients with multiple complex needs to develop a package of wrap-around support - and deliver this support in conjunction with specialist agencies and partners Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions. 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 I... 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/ab9f8e0a-a71e-48e3-9d64-f9dc1e185e88 | | 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 | 14 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 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 - 70 - Real estate services - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 70333000 - Housing services - 75123000 - Administrative housing services ## Release History - 14 Dec 2020 at 12:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab9f8e0a-a71e-48e3-9d64-f9dc1e185e88 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab9f8e0a-a71e-48e3-9d64-f9dc1e185e88 14th December 2020 - 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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