--- title: "Core Business Support Officer DB 22Dec21" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d2c6aba0-6949-4a8f-a17f-ca82a1b2fc6c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d2c6aba0-6949-4a8f-a17f-ca82a1b2fc6c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2c6aba0-6949-4a8f-a17f-ca82a1b2fc6c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2c6aba0-6949-4a8f-a17f-ca82a1b2fc6c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-12-22" --- # Core Business Support Officer DB 22Dec21 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2c6aba0-6949-4a8f-a17f-ca82a1b2fc6c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d2c6aba0-6949-4a8f-a17f-ca82a1b2fc6c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2c6aba0-6949-4a8f-a17f-ca82a1b2fc6c.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council seeking to hire a Core Business Support Officer. This tender, classified under the supply services of personnel including temporary staff, is located in Oldbury, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure below threshold, and the tender period will close on Tuesday 4 January 2022 at 5 PM. The contract is temporary, set to commence on 10 January 2022 and ending on 31 March 2022, with a competitive pay rate of £10.83 per hour for 37 hours a week. This opportunity presents a valuable chance for businesses specialising in providing temporary staffing solutions, particularly those with experience in administrative and social care roles. Companies that possess expertise in providing business support, including minute-taking and data management, will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council's tender via their In-tend Supplier Portal could lead to further opportunities, as successful candidates may receive ongoing contracts or recommendations in the public sector. ## Notice CORE BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER Rate of Pay: PS10.83 PER HOUR TO WORKER Hours: 37 PER WEEK Location: Working from home and/or Council House, Oldbury Contract type: Temporary for 3 months Job Description is attached, which also provides more information above the role. Job Summary: The successful post holder will be required to provide business support to the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) team and minute taking support to the Adults Safeguarding team. The candidate will should be able to work to deadlines and cope calmly in pressurised situations, organise and prioritise work effectively with the ability to interpret and make sense of complex information and instructions. In addition, minute taking skills are essential with the aptitude to absorb, classify information and arrange appropriately with attention to detail. Applicants should possess OCR/RSA Level II word processing (or equivalent) or be able to demonstrate an equivalent competency and be able to use Microsoft Office applications. At least two years' experience of working in a business support/administrative environment, 12 months experience of working in a social care and/or health related role is essential. A BASIC DBS is required for this role. 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 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. Closing Date: TUESDAY 4 JANUARY 2022 AT 5PM 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/5c087b87-517d-4f6d-b60a-78045fb63a3f | | 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 | 22 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 | | 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 - 22 Dec 2021 at 12:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c087b87-517d-4f6d-b60a-78045fb63a3f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c087b87-517d-4f6d-b60a-78045fb63a3f 22nd December 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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