--- title: "Housing Solutions Officers x3 - Rough Sleepers" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bfb3a625-3c39-4807-9643-6c2059ad2aba" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bfb3a625-3c39-4807-9643-6c2059ad2aba" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bfb3a625-3c39-4807-9643-6c2059ad2aba.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bfb3a625-3c39-4807-9643-6c2059ad2aba.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-03-23" --- # Housing Solutions Officers x3 - Rough Sleepers Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bfb3a625-3c39-4807-9643-6c2059ad2aba [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bfb3a625-3c39-4807-9643-6c2059ad2aba) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bfb3a625-3c39-4807-9643-6c2059ad2aba.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to engage Housing Solutions Officers through an open tender process for the position of "Housing Solutions Officers x3 - Rough Sleepers". This procurement falls under the housing services industry category and is set to take place in Oldbury, West Midlands. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2021 and conclude on 28th May 2021, with the tender period closing on 30th March 2021 at 17:30. Interested parties should access the In-tend e-Tendering System to engage with this procurement opportunity. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in housing support services, particularly those experienced in addressing homelessness and complex needs. Organisations that can deliver tailored support and work collaboratively with individuals facing challenges such as substance misuse and mental health issues will be particularly well-suited to compete. With an emphasis on holistic assessments and personalised plans, providers that excel in client engagement and have a thorough understanding of the Homeless Reduction Act will find this tender a strategic avenue for growth within the public sector. ## 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, until 28 May 2021 Contract type: Agency 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 as well as experience of working within homelessness, Housing Options and the wider housing sector. Experience working with and supporting individuals with complex needs and/or a history of rough sleeping is also preferable. 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 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 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 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 ... 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/12c5bc73-9350-4c7c-9026-dc9303753dd6 | | 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 | 23 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2021 - 28 May 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 ### Codes - 70333000 - Housing services ## Release History - 23 Mar 2021 at 13:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12c5bc73-9350-4c7c-9026-dc9303753dd6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12c5bc73-9350-4c7c-9026-dc9303753dd6 23rd March 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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