Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) Replacement at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI)

HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The Highlands and Islands Airports Limited is overseeing a tender process for the supply and installation of replacement Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) airports. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, specifically focusing on airport-related activities within the UK region of UKM6, covering Inverness, Stornoway, and Sumburgh. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a budget of £350,000. Businesses are required to submit electronic bids by 29th June 2026, the same day the award period is expected to commence. Interested parties should pay attention to the published documents, as they include detailed instructions and evaluation criteria.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the aviation sector, particularly those with expertise in navigational aid systems, installation, and maintenance. Firms capable of delivering high-quality installations with minimal service disruption will find this a lucrative prospect. With a requirement for both supply and installation under a framework that allows for a potential extension, companies with flexibility and capacity for scaling operations will be well-suited. Engaging in this project not only provides financial gains but also strengthens a company's footprint in the airport infrastructure sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) Replacement at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI)

Notice Description

Supply and installation of replacement Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) Airports.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supplier will be required to supply and install replacement Non-Directional Beacons at Stornoway and Sumburgh Airports with minimal loss of NDB service at the Airports. The installation, commission, test and acceptance of the NDBs will achieve regulatory approval for entry into operational service as a rolling programme of works.

Options: As detailed in the procurement documents

Renewal: Option to extend for further 24 months at Authority's discretion

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000818133
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556806
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34966200 - Non-Directional Beacon (NDB)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 20263 days to go
Future Notice Date
18 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV2 7JB
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Culloden and Ardersier
Westminster Constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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