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09 Jul 2026 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

Chesterfield Borough Council is seeking to implement an Assisted Lifeguard Technology system to enhance safety across its leisure facilities in Chesterfield, United Kingdom. The procurement process was initiated on 9th July 2026 and is currently at the tender stage with a closing date for submissions on 7th August 2026. The council is focusing on acquiring a comprehensive system that includes drowning detection, behavioural anomaly detection, and alert capabilities, with emphasis on speed, accuracy, and reliability. The procurement is being managed via an open competition method, targeting the electrical machinery, communication equipment, sports goods, software, and IT services industries. The total contract value is capped at £140,000, excluding VAT, with the project commencing on 8th September 2026 and potential renewal options available.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in safety technology systems, particularly those with capabilities in pool equipment and IT services. Companies that can provide innovative solutions with high technical capability and performance, along with strong service support and data security, stand a good chance of succeeding. The procurement also encourages participation from SMEs, fostering business growth and development. As an open competition, this tender allows a wide range of businesses to propose their solutions, making it an attractive opportunity for firms looking to expand their footprint in public sector contracts and enhance their portfolio by working with a sub-central government public authority.

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Notice Title

Assisted Lifeguard Technology

Notice Description

Chesterfield Borough Council (CBC) is seeking to procure an Assisted Lifeguard Technology (ALT) system to enhance drowning prevention and improve safety supervision across its leisure facilities. The council requires a complete Assisted Lifeguard Technology system capable of drowning detection, including automated monitoring, behavioural anomaly detection, and alerting lifeguards to incidents. The system must meet the following minimum requirements: * Detection Speed: Automated detection and alert within a defined timeframe (e.g., under 10 seconds). * Accuracy: Low false-positive and false-negative rates. * Reliability: Operation at or above 99% uptime. * Environmental Resilience: Must function correctly in humid, indoor aquatic environments. The system must support all designated council-managed pools, including: * Main public swimming pools * Training pools * Any additional areas where water-based activities occur * Suppliers must specify equipment layouts, coverage maps, and blind-spot mitigation strategies. Maximum total contract value of PS140,000.00 excl. VAT.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Additional pool to include ALT equipment. Additional Maintenance Additional Camera Additional Sensor Additional Wearable Additional Monitoring Station Additional User Licence Additional Training Session Additional Site Survey Additional Pool Coverage

Renewal: Option to extend for a further 1-year / 12-months, subject to mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c765
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064652-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

37400000 - Sports goods and equipment

43324100 - Equipment for swimming pools

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Sep 2026 - 7 Nov 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTERFIELD
Postcode
S40 1LP
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF12 East Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Chesterfield
Electoral Ward
Spire
Westminster Constituency
Chesterfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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