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title: "Paddling Pool Operational Services Measured Term Contract 2022-25"
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buyer: "EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL"
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# Paddling Pool Operational Services Measured Term Contract 2022-25

Buyer: EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d08f498-0158-4bdc-8729-5772594659d2

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## Summary

The East Lindsey District Council is inviting tenders for the "Paddling Pool Operational Services Measured Term Contract 2022-25," aimed at providing operational services for seasonal paddling pools located in Skegness, Mablethorpe, and Sutton on Sea. This procurement falls under the construction category, specifically relating to leisure and swimming pool services. The tender process is currently at the active stage, having started with the issuance of the invitation on 21st January 2022, with the deadline for bids set for 4th March 2022 at 12:00 noon. The contract is scheduled to start on 9th May 2022, aligning with the pools' seasonal opening for visitors.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in operational services related to recreational facilities, particularly those with experience in managing and maintaining swimming pools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract particularly accessible, given the council's support for their participation. Successful bidders will engage in essential services that not only ensure the smooth operation of paddling pools but will also benefit from the seasonal influx of visitors to these popular coastal resorts, thereby enhancing business visibility and growth potential in the region.

## Notice

Tenders are invited for the supply of Paddling Pool operational services in respect of the seasonal Council owned paddling pools located at Skegness, Mablethorpe and Sutton on Sea as identified herein. This procedure is being conducted in accordance with the Council's Contract and Procurement Procedure Rules utilising the Invitation to Tender Procedure. The successful bidder will be responsible for providing the required services, liaising closely with the Customer's Contract Manager. The Paddling Pools are seasonally open to the public from Spring Bank Holiday at the end of May through to the end of September. However, there is a requirement to commission prior to operation and decommission at the end of the season, i.e. initial filling, drain down, cleaning, minor maintenance etc. The paddling pools are located at the three major coastal resorts within East Lindsey and consequently experience a significant increase in footfall during Summer months. Their official opening hours to the public during the season are from 09:00hrs - 17:00hrs seven days per week Mon- Sun. The locations of the paddling pool sites are listed below: * Skegness - Fairy Dell Paddling Pool; * Mablethorpe - Queens Park Paddling Pool; * Sutton on Sea - Maple Leaf Paddling Pool. The Contract will be initially let for a period of 3 years commencing on 9th May 2022 plus potentially a further 2 extensions of 1 year subject to agreement and satisfactory performance. It is intended that the tender exercise follows the time-line detailed below: 1 Invitation to Tender Issued 21st January 2022 2 Deadline for Questions 25th February 2022 3 Deadline for Bids 4th March 2022 at 12.00 noon 4 Evaluation 7th March - 11th March 2022 5 Supplier Project Meeting 16th March 2022 6 Contract Award 1st April 2022 7 Contract Start 9th May 2022 (in readiness for paddling pools being open to the public ready for Spring Bank Holiday from Friday 27th May 2022)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f33a1891-b475-4659-8184-d939452e4825 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 May 2022 - 31 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | LOUTH |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN11 8UP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | East Lindsey |
| Electoral ward | Grimoldby |
| Westminster constituency | Louth and Horncastle |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants
- 45212212 - Construction work for swimming pool

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2022 at 15:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f33a1891-b475-4659-8184-d939452e4825

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f33a1891-b475-4659-8184-d939452e4825
  21st January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.e-lindsey.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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