Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Lighthouse Board, a public authority under sub-central government, is planning a procurement process for the fabrication of an unlit beacon at Loch Spelve, Mull. The project is in the planning stage, with a preliminary market engagement notice published to attract potential suppliers. Interested businesses are invited to express interest by 2 July 2025, with invitations to tender being distributed on 28 July 2025. The procurement process involves steps including clarification ending on 18 August 2025, submission of tenders by 25 August 2025, tender awarding on 8 September 2025, contract starting on 12 September 2025, and delivery of the structure by 20 November 2025. The tender falls under the industry categories of beacons, fabrication work, and offshore fabrication work, with a gross project value of GBP 66,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in fabrication, particularly those skilled in working with stainless steel and offshore conditions, to collaborate with the Northern Lighthouse Board. This project is ideal for fabricators capable of handling goods procurement, specifically in fabricating and delivering substantial structures. Suppliers participating in this tender can leverage their expertise to gain a foothold within public sector projects, enhancing their portfolios and potential for future contracts. Businesses with prior experience in delivering large-scale projects, especially through public entities, would be well-suited to take advantage of this opportunity for business growth.

Planning

Fabrication of Unlit Beacon - Loch Spelve

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

11th June 2025 15:06:05 PM

Planning Deadline

2nd July 2025 23:59:59 PM 16 days remaining
Contract Summary

Scope: Fabrication of Unlit Beacon - Loch Spelve NLB is looking for a supplier to fabrication an unlit beacon which will then be located on a tidal reef in the entry to Loch Spelve, Mull. The proposed replacement structure will consist of a Ø356mm x 10mm thick stainless steel tube x approximately 7m high. We require a skilled fabricator to carry out the scope of works as below •Purchase of fabrication materials •Fabrication of structure •Delivery of structure to NLB Oban Depot Full details of the will be provided within the tender documents and drawings. Timeline Set out below is the proposed procurement timetable. This is intended as a guide and, whilst the NLB does not intend to depart from the timetable, it reserves the right to do so at any time. Issue of Invitation to Tender - 28 July 2025 Clarification deadline - 18 August 2025 Tender return deadline – 25 August 2025 Tender Award – 8 September 2025 Contract start - 12 September Delivery to Oban - 20 November 2025 For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Beacons./CSUY325TUG To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/CSUY325TUG
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0546fa

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

Procurement@nlb.org.uk

Buyer Phone

0131 473 3134

Buyer Address

84 George Street

Edinburgh

EH2 3DA

United Kingdom

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Fabrication of Unlit Beacon - Loch Spelve

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

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