---
title: "Request for Information for the provision of Beach Lifeguard Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06708c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-20"
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# Request for Information for the provision of Beach Lifeguard Services

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06708c

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025863-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHALLERTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL7 8AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE22 North Yorkshire |
| Local authority | North Yorkshire |
| Electoral ward | Romanby |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond and Northallerton |
| Delivery location | TLE2 North Yorkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92332000 - Beach services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2026 at 15:00 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025863-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025863-2026
  20th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=103959&TID=100109132&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northyorks.gov.uk

## Provenance

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