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title: "RNLI Lifeguard Services Agreement"
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buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# RNLI Lifeguard Services Agreement

Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e439b444-ae62-4c45-95af-7044d5011df8

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "RNLI Lifeguard Services Agreement" was conducted by Hampshire County Council on behalf of Arun District Council. This tender focused on procuring RNLI lifeguard patrol services, including beach safety, rescue, and first aid coverage at designated beaches within the Arun District, located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage has reached the award phase, with the award officially published on 12th June 2026. The contract period spans from 23rd April 2026 to 31st December 2026. The procurement method was a direct single tender action below the threshold, categorised under "rescue services" with a contract value of £98,000 GBP.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the services sector, particularly those specialising in safety and rescue services. Given the nature of the contract, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-positioned to compete. The Royal National Lifeboat Institution, an SME with VCSE status, has been awarded the contract, underscoring the opportunity for similar entities to secure future contracts in this sector. This project highlights the demand for specialised expertise in the lifeguard services industry and presents a platform for growth by fulfilling public safety needs in coastal regions.

## Notice

This notice was completed on behalf of Arun District Council. Provision of RNLI lifeguard patrol services, including beach safety, rescue, and first aid cover, at designated beaches within Arun District during the agreed seasonal periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9aec0fe2-b742-4072-a0b7-d1193733bf7e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £98,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £98,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LITTLEHAMPTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN17 5LF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Arun |
| Electoral ward | River |
| Westminster constituency | Bognor Regis and Littlehampton |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75252000 - Rescue services

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 12:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9aec0fe2-b742-4072-a0b7-d1193733bf7e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9aec0fe2-b742-4072-a0b7-d1193733bf7e
  12th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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