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TYPE 2 (CEFAS) BUOYS (6 UNITS) AND TYPE 4 WRECK MARKER BUOYS (4 UNITS)

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

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Award

05 Mar 2026 at 12:32

Tender

28 Jan 2026 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) headquartered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, involved the acquisition of Type 2 (CEFAS) buoys and Type 4 wreck marker buoys. The tender, titled "TYPE 2 (CEFAS) BUOYS (6 UNITS) AND TYPE 4 WRECK MARKER BUOYS (4 UNITS)," falls under the marine equipment and installations category. It aimed at supplying aids for navigation and protection of the CEFAS data-gathering installations in Scottish and Isle of Man waters, in line with IALA standards. The procurement method was open and classified as below threshold - open competition. The tender was completed, with the award notice published on 5th March 2026 following an initial tender notice on 28th January 2026. The contract, valued at around €217,558.80, commenced on 6th March 2026 and is set to conclude by 5th June 2026, with deliveries expected in the UK region.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in marine equipment and installations, particularly those capable of producing and supplying buoys that meet international maritime standards. The competition was open, attracting four bids, showcasing a tangible chance for businesses, including SMEs, to expand their service reach in maritime safety and navigation solutions. Suppliers with expertise and experience in manufacturing and deploying navigation aids would find this procurement process beneficial for business growth. The contract was awarded to Mediterraneo Señales Maritimas S.L., indicating that large-scale suppliers can also compete effectively in below-threshold open competitions, enhancing their portfolio within the UK maritime sector.

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Notice Title

TYPE 2 (CEFAS) BUOYS (6 UNITS) AND TYPE 4 WRECK MARKER BUOYS (4 UNITS)

Notice Description

The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) invites tenders for the supply of: - six (6) Type 2 plastic marker buoys to support the ongoing CEFAS buoy contract, including additional buoy locations. These marker buoys will be deployed to clearly identify and protect smaller CEFAS data-gathering buoys, reducing the risk of vessels inadvertently passing over or damaging the CEFAS installations. - four (4) Type 4 polyethylene wreck marker buoys to support wreck marking capability. The buoys will be deployed as aids to navigation for the marking of wrecks and shall be suitable for use in Scottish and Isle of Man waters in accordance with IALA requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0610c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019885-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

45244100 - Marine installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£181,299 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 5 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
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

MEDITERRANEO SEÑALES MARITIMAS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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