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Hoy Sound (Hoy High)

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

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Planning

16 Jul 2026 at 15:52

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Lighthouse Board, a central government public authority based in Edinburgh, is currently in the planning stage of a tender process titled "Hoy Sound (Hoy High)." This project falls under the industry category of works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work, specifically focusing on painting work. The location for this project is Hoy High Lighthouse on Graemesay, Orkney, United Kingdom. The procurement process commenced on 16th July 2026, and interested parties had until 23rd July 2026 to note their interest, with the actual contract period scheduled from 14th December 2026 to 16th March 2027. The anticipated value of the project is approximately £100,000 to £120,000 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in civil engineering, construction, and painting work, allowing them to enhance their portfolios by contributing to the maintenance and restoration of historical infrastructure. Companies with experience in managing logistical challenges, such as island ferry services and site access, will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Businesses adept at providing thorough interior and exterior renovation services, particularly those capable of managing framework repointing and glazing repairs, will find this project ideal for showcasing their competencies and expanding their business presence in government infrastructure projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hoy Sound (Hoy High)

Notice Description

Location: Hoy High Lighthouse is located on the North-East corner of Graemesay, Orkney. The site is located on the longitude and latitude of 58deg56.137 N 003deg16.399 W. The station can be accessed by road. Graemesay is accessed by ferry from Stromness. Contractor's shall have to familiarise themselves with the ferry arrangements for the island. Some ferries are passenger only. Description of station: Hoy High Lighthouse is a traditional 34m high tower with quarterdeck (1851 Alan Stevenson), housing Welfare/Battery Room/Control Room, and neighbouring garage block housing NLB utility vehicle, (used for access to Hoy Low). Description of works: Full external and internal redecoration. Broken/cracked glazing panes in the lightroom are to be replaced. All pointing to masonry elevations to be investigated and repointed as necessary. Any minor defects to be replaced or repaired as required.

Planning Information

Any parties who wish to note their interest in this project please email euan.kidd@nlb.org.uk Please note that all details, dates and values are subject to change without notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd44
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067436-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2026 - 16 Mar 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
TLM65 Orkney Islands
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

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