Tender

Water Safety Services Contract for Thanet Coastline

THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Dec 2016 at 11:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thanet District Council is inviting tenders for the "Water Safety Services Contract for Thanet Coastline" to be delivered within the South East region of England. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on beach services, with a total contract value of £640,000. The tender process is currently underway using an open procurement method, with submissions required by 14:00 on 17 January 2017. The contract is planned to commence on 1 April 2017, lasting for five years, with the possibility of extensions up to five additional years based on performance and mutual agreement.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in lifeguard services, water safety education, and beach management. Companies that have experience in providing comprehensive training for lifeguards, effective risk assessment, and community engagement through educational programmes would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, suppliers who can demonstrate a commitment to quality assurance and the provision of high visibility safety equipment are encouraged to participate, ensuring they can meet the contract's stringent requirements aimed at enhancing safety along the Thanet coastline.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Water Safety Services Contract for Thanet Coastline

Notice Description

Thanet District Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced organisation for the provision of Water Safety Services around the Thanet Coastline. This service will help us minimise the risk to local residents and visitors alike using a combination of education, signage and formal lifeguard patrols Key requirements are: 1. Provision, delivery and monitoring of lifeguard services at key beach locations based on sound risk assessment focussing on high footfall areas and areas with complicated hazards. 2. Evidence of comprehensive employment and training systems for all managers, supervisors and lifeguards. 3. Education programme to include key information produced by Thanet District Council in local schools and at key community events. 4. Investment in water safety equipment, staff bases and high visibility viewing points for key locations as per point 1. 5. Support the content and placement of water safety signage around coastline and achievement of quality assurance awards. 6. Assist Thanet District Council and its partners in terms of beach cleanliness and implementation of beach safety aspects. The contract is for a 5 year period with an option to extend for a further 3 plus 2 year period at the sole discretion of the council. The procurement process will be undertaken on the basis of an open tender. All tenders will be accepted subject to the tenderer providing suitable responses to grounds for Mandatory and Discretionary Rejection and that minimum standards are met as set out in the Invitation to Tender document. Evaluation will be on the basis of criteria as set out in the Invitation To Tender document. The form of contract will be Thanet District Council's General Conditions of Contract as included IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Suppliers should in first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. All procurement documents are attached to this notice and available for suppliers to download and complete according to instructions contained. Completed tender documents must be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00 hrs on Tuesday 17 January 2017. Any clarifications or questions must be submitted via the discussions area of the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00 hrs on Wednesday 11 January 2017.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f36f9fbe-d6df-40a1-840e-8128085408f4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92332000 - Beach services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2022 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MARGATE
Postcode
CT9 1XZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Thanet
Electoral Ward
Cliftonville West
Westminster Constituency
East Thanet

Further Information

Notice Documents

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