Purpose

Following an existing Jet Ski at Beach Patrol becoming unfit for purpose, there is an urgent requirement to purchase a new Jet Ski. An RFQ process was followed to obtain the best value for money to proceed with the purchase of a new Jet Ski.
Due to the age and condition of the jet skis, costs have risen regarding Jet Ski repairs. As the frequency of times throughout the season the Jet Ski has required a repair rises, it has meant we have not had them operational for large parts of the previous season.
This delays response times to incidents along the seafront which could cause reputational damage to Tendring District Council, should an incident occur which leads to loss of life whilst we are operational.

Decision

A)Tendring District Council to enter into a one-off purchase order with Offshore Performance for the supply and delivery of Seadoo GTI SE 170. The cost of this item is £11,220.83.
B)The use of the Seafront Services (Beach Patrol) revenue budget for this procurement is aligned with the financial planning and governance framework of Tendring District Council. Specifically, the expenditure/this purchase will be drawn from the approved Revenue Budget as set out in the General Fund Budget and Council Tax report, which was formally adopted by Full Council during the budget-setting process.

Alternative options considered

No effect on LGR due to this being a one-off equipment purchase to replace existing faulty equipment.