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29 Jun 2026 at 12:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Lighthouse Board, a central government public authority based in Edinburgh, recently completed the procurement process for the "Maintenance and Redecoration of Rumble Rock Lighthouse." This project falls within the works category and involved minor civil repair works and decorative/protective coating applications. The contract was awarded to Accted Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise, with the award issued on 23rd June 2026. The procurement process, initiated as a tender and classified as "below threshold - unknown," has progressed to the award stage. Key dates include the contract start on 12th July 2026, ending on 21st March 2027, and the contract was formally signed on 29th June 2026. The works will take place in the UK region of Scotland.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for SMEs involved in civil engineering and painting works. The required expertise, including ladder fabrication, site mobilisation, structure washing, and painting, makes it an ideal prospect for construction and maintenance firms with relevant capabilities. Businesses capable of managing minor civil maintenance and decorative works, particularly those familiar with lighthouse maintenance or marine environments, are well-suited for such opportunities. The contract signifies a chance to enhance portfolios and establish a relationship with a government authority, potentially leading to further contracts and collaborations.

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Notice Title

Maintenance and Redecoration of Rumble Rock Lighthouse

Notice Description

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: *Fabrication of Ladder. *Mobilise to site and establish welfare facilities/arrangements. *Dismantle/ remove the access ladder and replace with new. *Wash down structure and remove marine growth. *Carry out grout repairs. *Prepare and paint the structure. *Apply blackjack coating to bottom section of structure. *Clear the site.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bf1c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060765-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£76,055 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 Jul 2026 - 21 Mar 2027 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
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

ACCTED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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