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Summary of the contracting process

The Museum of Scottish Lighthouses is undertaking a public procurement process to alter an existing store and corridor to create a new visitor exhibition area. This project, located in Fraserburgh, falls under the "Recreation, culture and religion" industry category. Initially launched on 10th February 2026 with the title "Museum of Scottish Lighthouses", the tender employs an open procedure method and involves works such as floor slab replacement, installation of steps and ramps, and electrical services. The closing date for submissions was 13th March 2026. Although the award stage was reached by 5th May 2026, the status remained unsuccessful.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, exhibition design, and electrical installations to expand their portfolio. Companies with expertise in creating engaging public spaces or those experienced in museum refurbishments would find this contract particularly fitting. The open procurement method and the requirement for electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website enable broad participation, potentially facilitating new partnerships and market entries. Businesses should be equipped to navigate regulatory requirements and provide staff qualifications to comply with the tender specifications.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Museum of Scottish Lighthouses

Notice Description

The works cover alterations to an existing store and link corridor to provide a new visitor exhibition area for The Museum of Scottish Lighthouses. Inclusive of: removal and replacement of existing floor slab; installation of new steps, ramps, and balustrades; installation of display plinths and interpretation signage; new mechanical and electrical services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The works cover alterations to an existing store and link corridor to provide a new visitor exhibition area for The Museum of Scottish Lighthouses. Inclusive of: removal and replacement of existing floor slab; installation of new steps, ramps, and balustrades; installation of display plinths and interpretation signage; new mechanical and electrical services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823006
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555125
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Unsuccessful
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MUSEUM OF SCOTTISH LIGHTHOUSES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
FRASERBURGH
Postcode
AB43 9DU
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeenshire
Electoral Ward
Fraserburgh and District
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeenshire North and Moray East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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