Award

Refurbishment and Upgrade of Dunnet head Lighthouse

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

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Award

16 Feb 2026 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Refurbishment and Upgrade of Dunnet Head Lighthouse" has reached the award stage, with TRAC HLM Ltd selected as the supplier. The Northern Lighthouse Board, a central government public authority, oversees this project, focusing on works in the industry category of painting, glazing, refurbishment, and mechanical and electrical engineering services. The contract period is set from 17th February 2026 to 18th December 2026, with the project's location in the United Kingdom. This limited competition process, with a total estimated value of £435,000 excluding VAT, was awarded on 20th January 2026.

This project presents a significant opportunity, particularly for SMEs specialising in construction, refurbishment, or engineering services. Companies experienced in asbestos surveys, electrical rewiring, civil renovation, and health and safety compliance would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The need to maintain operational aids to navigation during the works adds a layer of complexity, favouring businesses with adaptability in challenging environments. Moreover, the successful partnership with TRAC HLM Ltd demonstrates the potential for collaborative growth in such specialised projects within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Refurbishment and Upgrade of Dunnet head Lighthouse

Notice Description

Description: Refurbishment and Upgrade of Dunnet Head Lighthouse The main items of project work are as listed below:- -Carry out a full Asbestos Refurbishment / Demolition Survey on all NLB operational buildings prior to the commencement of any work. The survey, sample collection and sample analysis must be carried by a UKAS accredited contractor in accordance with ISO 17020, ISO 17025 and Health and Safety Executive Guidance Notes; HSG 248, Asbestos: The analysts' guide for sampling, analysis and clearance procedures" and HSG264, Asbestos: The survey guide. -Full Electrical strip out and rewire of entire station with new equipment. -Full Civil renovation to Lighthouse, Lighthouse Bothy, and Foghorn tower. -De-mobilise site and clear all surplus project materials and plant, with the disposal of excess project materials to appropriate licensed and registered dumps. -The Principal Contractor is to supply the NLB Project Engineer with 'as-built' information for incorporation within NLB Operational and Maintenance documentation, which includes the Health and Safety file in line with current CDM Regulations. -During the proposed works, it is essential that the Aids to Navigation are not prevented from operating at any stage that they are required. Details will be provided on the basic operation of these items to allow the Contractor to prevent his operatives from affecting the Aids to Navigation. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Painting-and-glazing-work./NUU46793BV To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/NUU46793BV Total value (estimated): GBP 435,000 excluding VAT GBP 522,000 including VAT To view this notice, please click here: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1014679383

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0654fa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013881-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45440000 - Painting and glazing work

45453100 - Refurbishment work

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£261,793 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 6-12 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
Angela Cahill
Contact Email
procurement@nlb.org.uk
Contact Phone
0131 473 3131

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
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRAC HLM

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