--- title: "CE-187-25 Provision of Golf insurance" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000817973" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817973" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817973.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817973.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-26" --- # CE-187-25 Provision of Golf insurance Buyer: SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000817973 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817973) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817973.json) ## Summary South Ayrshire Council has concluded the procurement process for contract CE-187-25, titled "Provision of Golf Insurance," which falls under the general public services category. The contracting authority, located in Ayr, South Ayrshire, sought an experienced insurance broker or underwriter to provide insurance cover for individuals permitted to play golf on the council's golf courses in the UKM94 region. The procurement utilised an open procedure, with the tender initially active until 26 January 2026, followed by the award period commencing on the same date. The contract, awarded to Golfguard Ltd and active from 20 March 2026, is valued at £126,445.32 GBP and includes a provision for community benefits, applying sustainable processes and promoting community engagement as per the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations. This procurement creates rich business opportunities, particularly for insurance brokers and underwriters specialising in sports and leisure coverage. Small and medium-sized enterprises, like Golfguard Ltd, are encouraged given the transparent and competitive nature of the open procedure. The tender required electronic bids, fostering efficiency and accessibility. The contract terms include KPIs, such as cost reduction initiatives and service quality standards, which drive innovation and persistent improvement. Businesses adept at delivering fair value and promoting sustainable practices will find this opportunity particularly rewarding, aligning their strategic growth with community benefits and regional development goals. The contract also holds potential for renewals around 2030/2031, offering long-term engagement prospects. ## Notice South Ayrshire Council has a requirement for a suitably experienced Insurance Broker / Underwriter to provide insurance cover for all persons permitted to play golf on South Ayrshire Councils golf courses. ### Lot Information Lot 1 South Ayrshire Council has a requirement for a suitably experienced Insurance Broker / Underwriter to provide insurance cover for all persons permitted to play golf on South Ayrshire Councils golf courses. Renewal: It is expected that any future renewals of this Contract will be progressed circa 2030/2031 (taking into account the contract extensions). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552581 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 20 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | It is expected that any future renewals of this Contract will be progressed circa 2030/2031 (taking into account the contract extensions) | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £126,445 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | AYR | | Post town | Kilmarnock | | Postcode | KA7 1DR | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire | | Local authority | South Ayrshire | | Electoral ward | Ayr West | | Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock | | Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | GOLFGUARD | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66510000 - Insurance services - 66518100 - Insurance brokerage services ## Release History - 26 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552581 - 9 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545224 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545224 CE-187-25 Provision of Golf insurance - South Ayrshire Council has a requirement for a suitably experienced Insurance Broker / Underwriter to provide insurance cover for all persons permitted to play golf on South Ayrshire Councils golf courses. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552581 CE-187-25 Provision of Golf insurance - South Ayrshire Council has a requirement for a suitably experienced Insurance Broker / Underwriter to provide insurance cover for all persons permitted to play golf on South Ayrshire Councils golf courses. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817973 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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