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.