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STA 1509

TRINITY HOUSE

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27 Feb 2026 at 12:36

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the contract titled "STA 1509" was handled by Trinity House, a central government public authority based in London, UK. This project involves the installation of a helical steel stair at the Europa Point Lighthouse, enabling its operation as a visitor centre. The procurement process was completed using a direct method, specifically below the threshold without competition, thus not involving a traditional open tender process. The contract was awarded on 8th January 2026, with an active status and a contract period spanning from 1st to 27th February 2026. It falls under the works category, specifically focusing on structural steelworks, with its execution based in the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses engaged in structural steelworks and could particularly appeal to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in this sector. Although awarded directly to Situs Construction Ltd, businesses with expertise in similar infrastructural enhancements, especially those capable of performing specialised constructions at heritage sites, could find growth opportunities by exploring similar projects. Additionally, firms looking to establish connections with public authorities and engage in future government projects may benefit from examining such contracts and understanding the procurement methods adopted for them.

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Notice Title

STA 1509

Notice Description

Installation of a helical steel stair at Europa Point Lighthouse to enable the lighthouse to be operated as a visitor centre

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065e3a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017875-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45223210 - Structural steelworks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£29,309 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRINITY HOUSE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3N 4DH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Tower
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SITUS CONSTRUCTION LTD - CARE OF TRINITY HOUSE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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