Planning

Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) Replacement at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI)

HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED

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Planning

22 Dec 2025 at 15:27

Summary of the contracting process

Highlands and Islands Airports Limited is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the replacement of Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) Airports. This procurement, classified under the goods category with a focus on airport-related activities, is anticipated to have the contract notice issued in February 2026, with the award expected by May or June 2026. The tender involves a rolling programme to supply, install, and commission the replacement NDBs, ensuring minimal service disruption. The overall contract value is estimated at £300,000, with a delivery location in the UKM6 region.

This upcoming tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in aviation equipment supply and installation. Companies with expertise in delivering non-directional beacon solutions and those capable of meeting regulatory requirements will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. Furthermore, businesses based in or near the UKM6 region might benefit from logistical advantages. Engaging early with Highlands and Islands Airports Limited could offer insights that help tailor bids effectively, positioning businesses favourably for when the tender officially opens.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) Replacement at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI)

Notice Description

Supply and installation of replacement Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) Airports.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supplier will be required to supply and install replacement Non-Directional Beacons at Stornoway and Sumburgh Airports with minimal loss of NDB service at the Airports. The installation, commission, test and acceptance of the NDBs will achieve regulatory approval for entry into operational service as a rolling programme of works.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fbc8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085497-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34966200 - Non-Directional Beacon (NDB)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Feb 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lucy.wright@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1667462445

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV2 7JB
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Culloden and Ardersier
Westminster Constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

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