Award

Vessel First Fill - Oban

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

11 Sep 2025 at 13:05

Award

11 Sep 2025 at 11:05

Tender

30 Jul 2025 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Lighthouse Board, a central government public authority based in Edinburgh, has completed its procurement process for the 'Vessel First Fill - Oban' project. This process involved the open competition method, below threshold, focusing on the procurement of marine and lifting equipment, among other miscellaneous items, required for a new vessel constructed in Spain. The delivery is scheduled for the NLB Oban location in Argyll, UK, during the week commencing 3rd November 2025. The selection criteria emphasized quality over price, adhering strictly to UK Marine Equipment Regulations and other relevant standards. The tender phase was concluded prior to the end date of 20th August 2025, and the contract was officially signed on 11th September 2025.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses involved in supplying high-quality marine equipment and related goods, particularly those with the capability to meet stringent quality and regulatory standards. SMEs, consistent with the successful supplier in this process, Mrs J C Altham & Sons (Lancaster) Limited, are particularly well-suited to compete given the open competition approach and the explicit focus on quality benchmarks. Firms capable of managing purchases and logistics, including secure and timely delivery, stand to benefit and expand their market presence by aligning with such rigorous public procurement standards. This project underlines the importance and impact of procurement opportunities led by structured public authorities like the Northern Lighthouse Board.

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Notice Title

Vessel First Fill - Oban

Notice Description

Requirements NLB have a requirement for a supplier to manage the purchase of various items for our new vessel currently being built in Spain. The Vessel First Fill Spreadsheet provides a full list of all required items; one key aspect is the quality of the products that are offered. NLB are looking for a successful supplier to manage the complete process from the purchase of all items to the management of the delivery to NLB Oban. Please note that NLB are looking for high quality products from known manufacturers. As per the evaluation criteria the higher weighting is on quality over price. On the excel pricing document items have been marked up with makes/models/brand and specific information to provide guidance on the required standard of quality of products. Where an equivalent item is being quoted, this should be highlighted within the comments section of the vessel first fill spreadsheet within your quotation reply detailing the full specification and product code being offered. Regulations and Standards All items are for use in a UK registered vessel. Where applicable these items must meet IMO and MCA rules in regulations. Examples being all safety equipment and all upholstered furniture, bedding to meet the UK Marine Equipment Regulations (MER) and flame retardant. For reference: MSN 1874 The lifting gear will all have to comply with the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment) Regulations 1998 (with 2006 amendments) (LOLER) All standards as detailed within the links to suggested products on the vessel first fill spreadsheet. For example, to meet BS EN Codes of practice All batteries for example AA, AAA must have Nordic Ecolabel Standard. Delivery All items to be delivered to the given destination on w/c 3 November 2025. If any item cannot be delivered within this time, then there should be a delivery date submitted for these items. All transportation fees and other costs are to be included in your submission. The delivery must go directly to the below address: NLB Oban Gallanach Road Oban Argyll PA34 4LS Items to be packed securely and protected against moisture and impact during transit. To be palletised for offloading at the depot. Please refer to the quotation documents for full information To view this notice, please click here: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=979621074

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05691e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055821-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

39300000 - Miscellaneous equipment

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

44510000 - Tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£83,631 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 7 Nov 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@nlb.org.uk
Contact Phone
0131 473 3104

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

MRS J C ALTHAM & SONS (LANCASTER

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