Award

Beach Security

BROADSTAIRS & ST PETER'S TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Mar 2026 at 10:55

Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 10:39

Summary of the contracting process

Broadstairs & St Peter's Town Council in the United Kingdom initiated an open tender process for a Beach Security contract, aimed at ensuring public safety in beaches and high streets in Broadstairs from Easter Friday 2026 through to 31st March 2029. The procurement is categorised under public security services and is currently at the award stage, following the tender phase concluded on 2nd March 2026. Notably, the contract has been awarded to MARC ONE SECURITY LIMITED, valued at £135,000 excluding VAT. This contract requires professional SIA-licensed security officers to operate mainly during peak seasons and weekends. The council will hold the right to extend the contract, with decisions made in full council meetings. The formal signature of the contract is due by 25th March 2026, paving the innovative approach to community security aimed at reducing anti-social behaviour in the defined locations.

This tender presents growth opportunities for security businesses, specifically those proficient in SIA standards and integrated community interactions. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in public security services and possessing the capability to deploy trained officers with body cam technology can effectively compete. MARC ONE SECURITY LIMITED's successful bid serves as evidence of how a SME can align with council requirements, offering bespoke solutions to safety challenges. Businesses wishing to scale their operations in the security sector can leverage this contract to solidify their reputation by delivering high-visibility patrols and demonstrating flexibility in manpower during unforeseen circumstances such as inclement weather or holidays. With the inclusion of vehicle mobilisation between patrol sites, security firms with logistical competence stand to gain substantial operational exposure.

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Notice Title

Beach Security

Notice Description

Broadstairs & St Peter's Town Council Beach Security Tender Broadstairs & St Peter's Town Council wishes to offer a three year contract (Easter Friday 2026 to 31st March 2029) to a supplier who will provide Beach and High Street Security during the periods of Easter Weekend through to the second weekend of September each year. 1. Officers to be deployed at weekends, bank holidays, exam results days and end of term at the beginning of the season, school holidays and daily in the peak season (end of July through to beginning of September). 2. Hours of service 10am to 6pm. 3. Officers to patrol Viking Bay, Broadstairs, Joss Bay, Broadstairs and Botany Bay, Broadstairs, plus the High Street and Albion Street, Broadstairs. 4. A minimum of two officers to be deployed at any one time, with the option of further officers being available as backup. 5. Provision of officers during inclement weather will be necessary but at a reduced requirement. 6. A dynamic decision will be required by the successful contractor on the amount of officer's required each day. 7. Vehicle to be supplied by successful provider and be mobile between all bays. 8. All security staff to be trained and licenced to the required Security Industry Association (SIA) standards. New officers/stewards to only work with experienced SIA officers. 9. Staff to be trained to spot potential troublemakers and defuse tensions/ situation to prevent escalation to anti-social behaviour. 10. Bodycam usage to be strictly controlled under the relevant legislation. 11. Provision of a weekly report to the relevant Town Council Officer containing details of incidents. 12. All serious matters to be reported to the relevant Town Council Officer as soon as is practicable. Requirements of Security Service: * Highly visible patrols within the areas outlined * Each officer to have a body cam and report book * Each deployment to have a two way radio/communication device * Each officer to be trained and licenced to SIA standards. New officers/stewards to only work with trained SIA officers. * Vehicle for patrols to be provided with appropriate insurance/tax/mot * Staff to interact with the general public, businesses, beach concessions, RNLI, Beachguards, Bay Inspectors, Thanet District Council and Enforcement Officers, Emergency Services. * Full staff provision during times of sickness and annual leave * Staff to provide early intervention to prevent anti-social behaviour * Call emergency services and enforcement when necessary. CONTRACT TERMS * The contractor is expected to fulfil all requirements of the specification in normal circumstances without subcontracting any part of the contract. * The Contractor shall adhere to all Health & Safety legislation, regulations and approved codes of practice. * The Contractor shall provide risk and method statements to the Town Council prior to the commencement of works. * The Contractor must provide public liability insurance at a minimum of PS10 million prior to the commencement of work. * The Council reserves the right to modify the specification relating to the works to be performed by the selected contractor, subject to adequate notice being provided and subject to negotiation of terms should any modification lead to a net increase or decrease in the extent of works to be undertaken compared to the original specification. * Only tenders submitted on the tender submission form will be considered. Additional documentation should be included with the form.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Any extension to be agreed by Council

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0611ab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024452-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75241000 - Public security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BROADSTAIRS & ST PETER'S TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BROADSTAIRS
Postcode
CT10 1JX
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Thanet
Electoral Ward
Viking
Westminster Constituency
East Thanet

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MARC ONE SECURITY

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