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title: "WP3690 - Independent Chair - AWARD"
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# WP3690 - Independent Chair - AWARD

Buyer: WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f5c2fbcc-7448-4401-b7bf-8b443aa2b3e0

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## Summary

The Walsall Council e-Tendering is conducting an open tender for the role of Independent Chair within the Walsall Safeguarding Partnership. The contract, valued at £129,600, has a term starting from 8th April 2021 to 31st March 2022, with possible extensions. Key eligibility criteria include a proven track record of strategic leadership and partnership management, particularly in safeguarding vulnerable groups. The submission deadline was 27th January 2021 at 12 noon, with bids only requiring a declaration document, CV, and personal statement.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for businesses capable of delivering specialised services in health and social work, particularly those focusing on safeguarding and partnership facilitation. Interested parties, especially consultancies with expertise in social services and strategic management, may find this to be a lucrative opportunity to collaborate with local government, enhancing their visibility and impact within the public sector.

## Notice

IMPORTANT NOTE IN ORDER TO SUBMIT A BID FOR THIS CONTRACT YOU WILL ONLY NEED TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DECLARATION DOCUMENT CV PERSONAL STATEMENT FURTHER DETAILS CAN BE FOUND IN MESSAGE CLARIFICATION 3 Walsall Safeguarding Partnership are seeking applications from individuals whose passion, vision and commitment to safeguarding some of the most vulnerable members of society matches, and challenges that of our own. This role requires an outstanding individual with proven experience of managing complex issues and meetings at a senior level, particularly in partnership settings, and who has a significant operational and strategic understanding of the safeguarding agenda. The successful candidate will need to evidence they can Consistently provide strong leadership, strategic vision Demonstrate excellent negotiation and influencing skills Demonstrate experience in building and maintaining productive partnerships Analyse complex information and provide robust scrutiny and challenge. Have detailed understanding of relevant regulations Have the ability to ensure all partner agencies in Walsall collaborate effectively to safeguard children, promote their welfare and improve outcomes For an informal discussion about the role, please contact, Lindsey Perkin PA to Sally Rowe Executive Director Children's Services on Lindsey.Perkins@Walsall.gov.uk or Mandy Smith PA to Kerrie Allward, Executive Director Adult Social Care Mandy.Smith@Walsall.gov.uk to arrange a call with an Executive Director. Note: This is a tender opportunity. The successful person will contract directly with the Council and will provide the services detailed in the duties and specification documents and will contract under the Councils terms and conditions. The fees paid for this role will be on a day rate basis. The contract term is for one year with a two x one year extension option and the annual value is estimated at up to PS43,200 based on attendance of 72 days per annum. This contract is "for services" and will sit outside of IR35. It is not an employed position. To apply, please go to review the instructions to tender and submit a bid through the Intend System. Closing date - 27th January 2021 at 12 noon

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ad90465-2966-46ea-93ad-00890f7c7a27 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | 7 Apr 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £129,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £129,600 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Walsall |
| Postcode | WS1 1TP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG38 Walsall |
| Local authority | Walsall |
| Electoral ward | St Matthew's |
| Westminster constituency | Walsall and Bloxwich |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SALLY HODGES CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 85320000 - Social services
- 85321000 - Administrative social services

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2021 at 15:58 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ad90465-2966-46ea-93ad-00890f7c7a27
- 8 Apr 2021 at 15:58 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ad90465-2966-46ea-93ad-00890f7c7a27
- 8 Apr 2021 at 15:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ad90465-2966-46ea-93ad-00890f7c7a27

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ad90465-2966-46ea-93ad-00890f7c7a27
  8th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.walsall.gov.uk/

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