Long Term Plan for Smethwick

Concepts

• project management
• oldbury
• smethwick
• long term plan
• regeneration plan
• the smethwick residents
• technical analysis
• consultancy services
• business development
• public sector agencies

Location

Oldbury

Description

Sandwell Council are seeking an experienced full-time consultancy firm to assist in driving forward the long-term Plan for Smethwick. It is envisaged that an appointment will be made in early 2024 to enable the consultancy to work with the council in readiness for the release of Capacity funding in Spring 2024. It is proposed to commence work on this project on the 01 April 2024 up to submission of the Long-Term Plan to Government by the 01 August 2024. The consultancy will project manage the process up to the submission of the long-term Plan for Smethwick to Government. Sandwell will be the accountable body for the funding. To access the £20m of funds, the council will need to produce a long-term investment and regeneration plan for Smethwick with the priorities of the Smethwick residents and businesses at the forefront of this vision over a ten-year period.

Total Quantity or Scope

Engagement and consultation will be key to establishing a list of projects that meet the themes that can be delivered over the timescale of the funding. A Town Board will also need to be created that is chaired by a local businessperson and involves a range of representation from community, business, public sector agencies, faith and cultural agencies as well as council member and local MP representation.

CPV Codes

• 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
• 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services
• 79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• Renewals are not available.
• Financial restrictions apply.
• Professional qualifications are sought.
• Award on basis of price and quality.

Other Information

The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, 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 ITT and other related documents. In Order to View the On-Line Questionnaire and Submit a Tender, 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.