This is a re-procurement of an existing service, originally established in 2009 by Scarborough District Council as a rolling contract for the provision of Beach Lifeguard Services.
The current provision has been delivered effectively by the incumbent, with services operating successfully to support public safety.
However, the existing arrangements require updating to reflect changes in local authority governance, current legislative and procurement requirements, and evolving operational needs.
Following the publication of a Request for Information (RFI) no expressions of interest were received from any other perspective supplier therefore a decision is required to Direct Award the contract to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for a period of 5 years with an option to extend for a further 5 years should both parties agree.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure/savings > £500,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/04/2026
Anticipated restriction: Part exempt - View reasons
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
Para 3. Information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information).
Decision due: 10 Jun 2026 by Corporate Director of Community Development
Lead member: Executive Member for Culture, Arts & Housing
Lead director: Corporate Director of Community Development
Contact: Stuart Clark, Head of Venues and Attractions Email: stuart.clark@northyorks.gov.uk Email: stuart.clark@northyorks.gov.uk.
Consultation process
MS Teams meetings and email
Consultees
Key NYC officers, including Finance, Legal, Climate and Equalities
Executive Member