Published date: 19 October 2023

Last edited date: 19 October 2023

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 25 October 2023, 5:30pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Supply services of personnel including temporary staff - 79620000

Location of contract

B70 8SZ

Value of contract

£2,068 to £6,204

Procurement reference

IT-230-7453-AN0084

Published date

19 October 2023

Closing date

25 October 2023

Closing time

5:30pm

Contract start date

25 November 2023

Contract end date

23 December 2023

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (below threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

No

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

Santa
Rate of Pay:11.18 Per Hour (PAYE)
Hours: Working Hours from 9.00am -6.00pm weekends from 25 November to 23rd December and some weekdays in the final run up to Christmas.
Contract type: Agency

Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role.

Brief description:

Could you bring a Ho Ho Ho to Christmas in Sandwell? We are looking for the perfect Santa to light up children's faces with joy this festive season during grotto visits and exclusive appearances.

A costume is provided, and a very jolly personality is a must.

You must be able to remain in character and interact with children and give them a gift. A photographer will on hand to take pictures. A happy band of elves will also be with you to assist you in your duties.

Costumes for both roles will be provided, and individuals must be able to liaise with children and adults well with a keen eye for exceptional customer service.

Sandwell events are great fun to work on, with a strong teamwork ethic and plenty of opportunities to gain new skills.

Previous Santa experience is preferable but not essential.

There may be some requirements to work elsewhere such as one or two events at Lightwoods Park, Haden Hill House or West Smethwick Park or Christmas light switch on in town centres.

This post will include evening and weekend working cover.

Working Hours from 9.00am -6.00pm weekends from 25 November to 23rd December and some weekdays in the final run up to Christmas.

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.
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-...

More information

Links

Additional text

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

About the buyer

Contact name

Sarah Adams

Address

1 Providence Place
West Bromwich
West Midlands
B70 8SZ
United Kingdom

Telephone

0121 569 6100

Email

sarah_adams@sandwell.gov.uk