---
title: "Part replacement of timing system at Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f406"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-13"
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# Part replacement of timing system at Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex

Buyer: ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f406

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## Summary

This procurement process, managed by the Ards and North Down Borough Council in Northern Ireland, involves the part replacement of the timing system at the Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex. It is classified under the sports goods and equipment industry category, with specific focus on replacement timing equipment and an LED video board. The procurement method used was direct, falling below the competition threshold, and governed by Northern Irish devolved regulations. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 29 December 2025, and encompasses tasks such as delivery, installation, commissioning, and training. The contract period extends from 30 December 2025 to 30 April 2026, with the awarded amount being £178,527.00 (net) and £214,232.40 (gross).

The tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in sports equipment and technological installations, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) similar to The Swatch Group UK Ltd (Swiss Timing), the awarded supplier. This contract, due to its exclusion of competitive bidding and direct award method, particularly suits businesses with exclusive rights or technical expertise in this niche. Companies with capabilities in sports facility maintenance and equipment replacement are ideally positioned to benefit from such procurement processes, allowing them to expand their footprint within the public sector in the UK.

## Notice

Replacement timing equipment and LED video board to include delivery, installation, commissioning and training.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002820-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Dec 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £178,527 |
| Contracts value | £178,527 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BANGOR |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT20 4BT |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN09 Ards and North Down |
| Local authority | Ards and North Down |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | North Down |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE SWATCH GROUP UK LTD (SWISS TIMING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 37400000 - Sports goods and equipment
- 45212290 - Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2026 at 16:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002820-2026
- 12 Dec 2025 at 09:19 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082284-2025
- 11 Dec 2025 at 14:43 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082072-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002820-2026
  13th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082284-2025
  12th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082072-2025
  11th December 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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