Tender

GB-Edinburgh: Refurbishment and Upgrade of Start Point Lighthouse

THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

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Tender

01 Feb 2022 at 16:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Lighthouse Board is conducting an open procurement process for the "Refurbishment and Upgrade of Start Point Lighthouse" located in Scotland. This project, valued at approximately £500,000, aims to fully refurbish the lighthouse, including critical work such as asbestos surveys, installation of new electrical systems, and site maintenance. The tender period will close on 9 March 2022, with the contract expected to commence on 4 May 2022 and conclude on 17 December 2022. Interested bidders are encouraged to attend a mandatory site visit on 17 February 2022 to better understand the project requirements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction, civil engineering, electrical installation, and related works. Companies with experience in refurbishment projects, asbestos management, and site-specific installations would be well-suited to compete. This project not only offers substantial contract value but also the potential for ongoing business relationships with the Northern Lighthouse Board, given their focus on essential maritime infrastructure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Edinburgh: Refurbishment and Upgrade of Start Point Lighthouse

Notice Description

Proposed Works The proposed project includes the full refurbishment of Start Point lighthouse (A3718) stands above Tobacco Rock, 59deg16.638'N 002deg22.577'W, on the tidal island of Start Point at the Eastern extremity of Sanday. The works shall comprise of the following: 1.Carry out a full Asbestos Refurbishment / Demolition Survey on all NLB operational buildings prior to the commencement of any work. 2.The Principal Contractor is expected to test the existing 'HCL' fall arrest system and re-certify it if necessary, before use. The Principal Contractor is to provide the Project Leader with all relevant test certification for record and audit purposes. 3.Deliver all plant/materials/camp to NLB Oban packaged for helicopter underslinging 4.Land plant/materials/camp on site and establish site. 5.Removal of the diesel engine, tank and obsolete aluminium lattice tower 6.Excavate and form foundations for new wind turbine (third-party installation) 7.Full redecoration of the station buildings 8.Refurbishment of the welfare facilities 9.Full reinstallation of all electrical systems 10.Upgrade of the existing optic 11.The new electrical installation is to be site Commissioned and proof tested for approval by NLB Engineering staff, in advance of meeting an NLB / Contractor mutually agreed Notice to Mariners date for the new permanent LED Optic coming into operation, in conjunction with the temporary light being switched off. 12.De-mobilise site and clear all surplus project materials and plant, with the disposal of excess project materials to appropriate licensed and registered dumps. The contractor must have a responsible person in attendance who has successfully passed a recognised Dangerous Goods training course. 13.The Principal Contractor is to supply the NLB Project Engineer with 'as-built' information for incorporation within NLB Operational and Maintenance documentation, which includes the Health and Safety file in line with current CDM Regulations. During the proposed works, it is essential that the Aids to Navigation are not prevented from operating at any stage that they are required. Details will be provided on the basic operation of these items to allow the Contractor to prevent his operatives from affecting the Aids to Navigation. Contractors Site Visit Tenderers are advised to attend this mandatory site visit schedule for 17 February 2022 (subject to possible alterations due to COVID travel restrictions) to familiarize themselves with the location and the available space and any restrictions. COVID-19 restrictions will be in place during the site visit. Full details of the proposed works are contained in the tender documents which can be download from https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/VFB28BPC57 Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0596adb0-55df-4ac5-817a-ba5b3fc3e22a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/942b0213-daee-479d-a771-569f98cc5645
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2022 - 17 Dec 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH2 3DA
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

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