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Removal and Installation of Dubh Artach Entrance Platform

Northern Lighthouse Board

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Jul 2025 at 14:05

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

02 Apr 2025 at 19:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Northern Lighthouse Board involves the removal and installation of the entrance platform at the Dubh Artach Lighthouse, located off the west coast of Scotland. This contract falls under the category of works related to construction and civil engineering, with a focus on public authority central government operations. The procurement process followed an open competition method with a status of completion, having reached the award stage with the contract valued at £50,000. The contract was officially awarded to Accted Engineering on 30th May 2025, with the contract period slated to run from 22nd July 2025 to 30th September 2025. Situated strategically around 70 miles south-west of Oban, the lighthouse presents logistical challenges that require creative solutions, such as transport via vessel and helicopter.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs engaged in construction and civil engineering disciplines, as evidenced by its open competition process designed to engage a range of suppliers. Companies specializing in engineering, construction, and logistical operations are well-suited to pursue such tenders, potentially leveraging expertise in remote site operations and project management. By winning such contracts, businesses could enhance their portfolios and gain valuable experience in managing complex logistical challenges in remote locations, reinforcing their market position in specialised engineering projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Removal and Installation of Dubh Artach Entrance Platform

Notice Description

NLB have a requirement for the removal and installation of the entrance platform at Dubh Artach lighthouse, situated off the west coast of Scotland, approximately 70 miles south-west of Oban, at a position of 56o 08.0' North, 06o 37.9' West. The structure stands 38 meters high and is constructed from granite blocks. The light is at an elevation of 44 metres, flashes 2 white every 30 seconds, and has a range of 20 miles. The lighthouse tower is the only building on the rock outcrop. The tower is accessed by a vertical ladder from the base of the tower to a steel platform 9.8m above. The ladder is fitted with a fall arrest system that must be used when climbing the ladder. The primary access to Dubh Artach Lighthouse is by helicopter, and landing at this light is only to be carried out on the ebb tide. Due to the limited time window for helicopter operations the successful contractor will be required to stay on site, living within the lighthouse tower. An NLB technician will be on site for the duration of the works to supervise and maintain a functioning light. We are estimating 4 people in total staying at the lighthouse during the accessible periods outlined below, 3 maximum from the successful contractor and 1 NLB technician. Our requirement is for the removal of the existing aluminium entrance platform at Dubh Artach, then installing the replacement entrance platform to completion, currently being manufactured by a third party to NLB drawings specifications. Due to the location of this site, the majority of materials and equipment will be transported to and from site via NLB vessel & helicopter. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=967321745

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Due to potential delays in getting access to the site at the proposed dates, these works may have to be extended and will finish when completed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fc51
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041662-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

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

45315100 - Electrical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Postcode Area
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

Accted Engineering

Further Information

Notice Documents

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