Minor Refurbishment of North Rona Lighthouse

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The Site North Rona Lighthouse is situated on a remote island that lies 71 kilometres (44 mi) northeast of Butt of Lewis and 16 km (10 miles) east of Sula Sgeir. More isolated than St Kilda, it is the remotest island in the British Isles to have ever been permanently inhabited. The lighthouse compound is on the southeast of the island and comprises 3 buildings; the lighthouse tower, the engine block, and the accommodation block. The main body of work for this site includes replacing seals on the GRP buildings, painting the lighthouse tower, and provision of a replacement door. Additional works are being carried out to extend the life of the station and to ensure the buildings remain watertight. The only means of access is by helicopter and set dates have been provided by NLB. Please refer to tender document for dates. First landing date 30/09/2026 The Contractor will need to provide a team of 2 people for the landing, mid-visit, load preparation, and clearing blocks. A minimum 3 people / 4 maximum for each site block (No's 1 and 3 thru 5). Workers will be left on station to stay and will be shown how to run and operate the engine for the accommodation block. The Works The proposed works will comprise of minor civil maintenance repair works and the application of decorative / protective coatings to the structures. More specifically, the main items of work (which may not be completed in this order depending on the Contractor's methods and programme) are as follows: *Mobilise to site and establish Contractor base in accommodation block *Wash down structures and remove marine growth *Carry out fibreglass repairs *Replace broken slabs *Prepare and paint the lighthouse structure *Install new water tank *Undertake fencing works *Prepare loads for flying and clear the site Please refer to tender documents for the full scope of work.

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b67f
Publication Source: Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058777-2026
Current Stage: Tender
All Stages: Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type: Standard
Procurement Category: Works
Procurement Method: Open
Procurement Method Details: Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability: SME
Awardee Scale: Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45442100 - Painting work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: £150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value: £150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value: Not specified
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline: 22 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date: Not specified
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: 29 Sep 2026 - 19 Mar 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status: Active
Lots Status: Active
Awards Status: Not Specified
Contracts Status: Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD
Contact Name: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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Contact Phone: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058777-2026
23rd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056901-2026
17th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

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