--- title: "Governance Review Consultant x2 KB1102022" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2022-02-11" --- # Governance Review Consultant x2 KB1102022 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90.json) ## Summary The procurement process at Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council involves the tendering of two Governance Review Consultant positions, identified as IT-230-5907-KB1102022. This contract falls under the recruitment services category, with the location specified as Council House, Oldbury, and allowing for home working. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 14th February 2022 at 17:00. The contract is intended to commence on 21st February 2022 and extend for a 12-week period, potentially allowing for further extension. The procurement method is an open procedure below threshold, with a total contract value of approximately £11,952.48 GBP. This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms, particularly those with expertise in governance and local government operations. Businesses that specialise in project management, democratic processes, and the drafting of council constitutions would be well-suited to compete for this contract. It is advantageous for interested firms to demonstrate a strong track record of collaboration with local authorities, managing complex legislative requirements, and engaging a variety of stakeholders effectively. By successfully bidding for this contract, suppliers can enhance their portfolio and establish lasting relationships within the public sector. ## Notice Job Title: Governance Review Consultant x 2 Rate of Pay: Band J ?26.92 to ?28.61 per hour PAYE (Inside IR35) On submission please confirm rate of pay candidate is looking for as a day rate may be negotiable. Hours: 18 per week Location: Council House, Oldbury and Home Working Start Date: ASAP Contract type: 12 weeks from start date with a view to extend further. Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are currently looking for two experienced individuals to work within the Legal and Governance directorate. We are looking for highly experienced candidates who will be able to work with elected members as well as support and assist the Service Manager-Democratic Services and the Director of Law and Governance to project manage and implement a review of the Councils Governance arrangements and Constitution The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following: o Evidence of exposure to or an established understanding of the democratic process. o A proven track record in project management. o Experience of Governance services within the Local Government environment. o Ability to work positively with a wide range of stakeholders including elected members, officers at all levels within the organisation and external agencies o Proven experience of reviewing and drafting council constitutions and delegations o Proven experience of dealing with council meetings o Ability to deal with high volume casework and complex matters under pressure o Ability to understand complex legislation and reports quickly o To be able to produce accurate and concise documents, reports, letters and general correspondence 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. No 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. F... 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 Monday 14th February 2022 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/639eabbd-5e49-43d4-8aaf-d536b5547d94 | | 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 | 11 Feb 2022 | | Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Feb 2022 - 21 May 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £11,952 | | 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 - 11 Feb 2022 at 15:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/639eabbd-5e49-43d4-8aaf-d536b5547d94 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/639eabbd-5e49-43d4-8aaf-d536b5547d94 11th February 2022 - 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. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa7687af-e511-42db-8ecb-3f5948d7cb90.json.