--- title: "Assisted Lifeguard Technology" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c765" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c765" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c765.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c765.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-09" --- # Assisted Lifeguard Technology Buyer: CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c765 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c765) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c765.json) ## Summary 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. ## Notice 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064652-2026 | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Sep 2026 - 7 Nov 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £140,000 | | Lots value | £140,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | CHESTERFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S40 1LP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF12 East Derbyshire | | Local authority | Chesterfield | | Electoral ward | Spire | | Westminster constituency | Chesterfield | | Delivery location | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | ## CPV Codes ### 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 ### 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 ## Release History - 9 Jul 2026 at 11:13 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064652-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064652-2026 9th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=ac322138-827b-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True For full tender documents, please see the associated Proactis Advert for DN811062 - Assisted Lifeguard Technology - LIVE TENDER ADVERT https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=ac322138-827b-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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