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Ship Classification Survey Block Fee

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

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05 May 2026 at 09:45

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Ship Classification Survey Block Fee" has been completed by the Northern Lighthouse Board, based in Edinburgh, Scotland. This contract, valued at £57,000, falls under the services category specifically related to survey vessels, and will be performed in Scotland and the Isle of Man. The procurement method used was a direct, single tender action below the threshold. The contract period extends from 1st December 2025 to 30th November 2030, with the award being made to Lloyd's Register EMEA on 1st May 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime services, particularly those with expertise in ship classification surveys. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this type of contract especially beneficial for expanding their portfolio in this field. The direct procurement approach suggests that businesses familiar with working within regulated frameworks could have a competitive edge in similar future opportunities. Engaging with such a contract could help businesses enhance their credibility and position in the maritime services market.

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Notice Title

Ship Classification Survey Block Fee

Notice Description

Ship Classification Survey Block Fee for NLV Pole Star Period 1 December 2025 - 30 November 2030

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6317d83f-d915-4515-aff7-1682e6f5a387
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34513550 - Survey vessels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£57,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LLOYD'S REGISTER EMEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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