Award

Pool Plant Operator Services

EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

10 Apr 2026 at 08:19

Tender

10 Feb 2026 at 12:14

Planning

07 Nov 2025 at 08:32

Summary of the contracting process

East Lindsey District Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Pool Plant Operator Services" contract. This process, which involved an open procedure, sought to procure seasonal operational services for three public paddling pools located in Skegness, Mablethorpe, and Sutton on Sea. The awarded contract, valued at £882,000, was granted on 10th April 2026 to Gelder Ltd, a supplier based in Lincoln. This contract will commence on 1st May 2026 and is set to run until 30th April 2029, with options for two additional 12-month extensions. The industry category focuses on repair and maintenance services related to swimming pool equipment and sports facilities, emphasising compliance with health and safety regulations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in swimming pool management and maintenance services. Suppliers capable of delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient pool operation services will find a matching opportunity here, especially if they have experience in public sector tenders. With East Lindsey District Council aiming to enhance public amenities and support the local visitor economy, businesses with innovative approaches to service delivery that also incorporate social value could particularly benefit. This offering aligns well with SMEs looking to expand their portfolio in a competitive public sector environment.

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Notice Title

Pool Plant Operator Services

Notice Description

East Lindsey District Council is seeking an experienced and reliable supplier to deliver seasonal operational services for three popular public paddling pools located in Fairy Dell (Skegness), Queens Park (Mablethorpe), and Maple Leaf (Sutton on Sea). The Contractor shall provide seasonal operational services for three public paddling pools located in Skegness (Fairy Dell), Mablethorpe (Queens Park), and Sutton on Sea (Maple Leaf). The pools operate from late May (Spring Bank Holiday) through to the end of September. Services include pre-season commissioning, daily in-season operations, and end-of-season decommissioning, ensuring compliance with all relevant Health & Safety and Public Health legislation.

Planning Information

To respond to this interested suppliers must first register on the PSPS electronic tendering portal http://in-tendhost.co.uk/pspslprocurement/aspx/Home From here you will be able respond via the messaging system.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dc49
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032642-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

43324100 - Equipment for swimming pools

45212290 - Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£882,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
9 Apr 20265 days ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERSHIP SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HORNCASTLE
Postcode
LN9 6PH
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLF3 Lincolnshire

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GELDER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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