--- title: "Home Support Assistants (STAR) (29/11/21 SJA/JF)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cce08ae6-bbdb-484a-a8d2-93dd8bac734a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cce08ae6-bbdb-484a-a8d2-93dd8bac734a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cce08ae6-bbdb-484a-a8d2-93dd8bac734a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cce08ae6-bbdb-484a-a8d2-93dd8bac734a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-11-29" --- # Home Support Assistants (STAR) (29/11/21 SJA/JF) Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cce08ae6-bbdb-484a-a8d2-93dd8bac734a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cce08ae6-bbdb-484a-a8d2-93dd8bac734a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cce08ae6-bbdb-484a-a8d2-93dd8bac734a.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to procure Home Support Assistants through an open tender process, with the contract title "Home Support Assistants (STAR)" initiated on 29th November 2021. This opportunity is targeted at the service industry, specifically at personnel supply services, and is located in West Bromwich, UK. The tender deadline is set for 2nd December 2021, with the contract anticipated to commence on 13th December 2021, spanning until 13th March 2022. The estimated value of the contract is between £33,633 and £35,683, reflecting the need for skilled professionals to support the community's well-being. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses that specialise in personnel supply and care services, particularly those with experience in domiciliary care. Companies capable of providing effective support to help individuals maintain independence in their homes are particularly suited for this contract. Potential bidders should be prepared to submit proposals that include CVs, references, and cost details, indicating their ability to supply capable staff who meet the contractual requirements outlined by Sandwell Council. With a requirement for staff to adhere to a continental shift pattern and hold a valid driving licence, this contract could significantly enhance the service offerings of agencies specialising in home support and care provision. ## Notice Home Support Assistants Rate of Pay: PS10.01 per hour up to PS10.62 per hour Hours: 35 hours per week (see advert for more information) Location: Stoney Lane Centre, Summer St. West Bromwich, B71 4JA Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. STAR service is a Short Term Assessment and Reablement service provided by Sandwell Council. The service plays a vital part in maintaining the independence of those living in borough. We are looking to recruit Home Support Assistants to assist us to deliver an enhanced customer experience that promotes well-being to local people in their local communities. As a Home Support Worker, you will be required to work with people in their own home, providing a range of care and support that maximises independence. This may include assisting people with their personal care, helping them to prepare meals and snacks and helping to rebuild their confidence and must also have experience in domiciliary care. We aim to get people out of hospital as soon as they are medically optimised and work with people to prevent further admissions. 35-hour posts are available, which include a continental shift pattern (4 on - 4 off) that includes blocks of mornings and evenings and you should be able to travel across the borough and will therefore need to hold a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle. The service operates from 07:00hrs to 22:30hrs. An Enhanced Adults Disclosure and Barring (DBS) is required for this role. This role falls inside of IR35 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. 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 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. C... 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/9d471565-f308-4bdf-90ff-a13dc0dd09f4 | | 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 | 29 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Dec 2021 - 13 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £35,683 | | 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 - 29 Nov 2021 at 17:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d471565-f308-4bdf-90ff-a13dc0dd09f4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d471565-f308-4bdf-90ff-a13dc0dd09f4 29th November 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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