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Request for Information for the provision of Beach Lifeguard Services

THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

20 Mar 2026 at 15:00

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The North Yorkshire Council is undertaking a procurement process for the provision of seasonal beach lifeguard services across multiple coastal locations in their geographical area. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather market insights into the capacity and capability of suppliers who can deliver comprehensive beach safety services, including trained lifeguard personnel, equipment, and coordination with emergency services. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, aiming to commence services on 1 January 2027 and lasting until 31 December 2032, with potential renewal extending to 2038. Key industry category is services, specifically beach services (CPV code: 92332000), with a gross contract value estimated at £1,368,000. The deadline for preliminary market engagement is scheduled for 7 April 2026, while a future notice date has been set for 1 July 2026.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in beach safety and lifeguard services to expand their operations within the United Kingdom. It is particularly suited to organisations capable of providing a fully managed service, encompassing personnel, rescue equipment, operational bases, and incident management systems. The North Yorkshire Council's focus on extensive coordination with regulatory and emergency partners highlights the importance of robust operational capabilities. Small and medium enterprises, along with voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), are encouraged to participate, given the inclusive approach identified in the procurement planning. This contract not only offers financial growth but also the potential for operational expansion and visibility across high-profile bathing beaches in the region. Businesses can explore potential avenues for sustainable growth through this targeted procurement initiative.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Information for the provision of Beach Lifeguard Services

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking market information from suppliers capable of delivering fully managed seasonal beach lifeguard services across multiple coastal locations within its geographical area. The purpose of this RFI is to understand market capacity, capability, and interest in providing compliant, risk-based beach safety services, including trained lifeguard personnel, rescue equipment and vehicles, operational bases, incident management systems, and coordination with emergency and regulatory partners, under a single contract covering several high-profile bathing beaches.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=103959&TID=100109132&B=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06708c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025863-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
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
£1,140,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHALLERTON
Postcode
DL7 8AD
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Romanby
Westminster Constituency
Richmond and Northallerton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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