--- title: "Housing Solution Officers Rough Sleepers KB150421" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e1acfc1d-3553-4c12-a4f1-215843508275" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e1acfc1d-3553-4c12-a4f1-215843508275" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e1acfc1d-3553-4c12-a4f1-215843508275.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e1acfc1d-3553-4c12-a4f1-215843508275.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-04-15" --- # Housing Solution Officers Rough Sleepers KB150421 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e1acfc1d-3553-4c12-a4f1-215843508275 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e1acfc1d-3553-4c12-a4f1-215843508275) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e1acfc1d-3553-4c12-a4f1-215843508275.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking tenders for the position of Housing Solution Officers aimed at assisting rough sleepers, designated as KB150421. This procurement falls under the recruitment services category and is located in Oldbury, West Midlands, UK. The tender process is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 22nd April 2021 at 17:00. The contract is expected to commence on 26th April 2021 and will last until 28th May 2021. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, inviting all interested agencies to participate. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in public sector recruitment and those with expertise in homelessness and housing support services to expand their reach. Companies well-equipped to support vulnerable populations, particularly those with experience in complex needs and mental health, will find this contract to be a fitting avenue for growth. Agencies should consider showcasing their capability to develop personalised housing plans and deliver comprehensive support to individuals transitioning out of homelessness as a key competitive advantage in this procurement process. ## 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 Quotation Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc You will be required to log into an existing account or register a new one. Once logged in, from the top menu bar click on "Tenders" to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on "View Details" in order to Express Interest. Closing date for submission of quotations is Thursday 22nd April 2021 at 17:00pm Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6983046-b037-4eeb-b6f1-d61200517511 | | 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 | 15 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Apr 2021 - 28 May 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,749 | | 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 - 79600000 - Recruitment services ## Release History - 15 Apr 2021 at 15:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6983046-b037-4eeb-b6f1-d61200517511 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6983046-b037-4eeb-b6f1-d61200517511 15th April 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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