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title: "GB-Edinburgh: Dubh Artach Lighthouse Entrance Platform"
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buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
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# GB-Edinburgh: Dubh Artach Lighthouse Entrance Platform

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-01790c5a-4057-49e7-80ed-85e909ad5da6

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) has initiated an open tender for the project titled "GB-Edinburgh: Dubh Artach Lighthouse Entrance Platform." This procurement process, classified under structural steel erection work (CPV: 45262400), involves the manufacture of a replacement entrance platform for the Dubh Artach Lighthouse, located off the West Coast of Scotland. The procurement is in the Tender stage with a closing date for submissions on 7th March 2025. The contract period is scheduled to start on 24th March 2025 and end by 16th May 2025, with delivery required at NLB's Oban depot, Gallanach Road, PA34 4LS. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £25,000 to £50,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those involved in structural steel fabrication and erection. Companies in this industry can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio by demonstrating their capability to meet detailed fabrication specifications and delivery requirements. The selection will be based solely on the criteria outlined in the procurement documents, making it an ideal prospect for SMEs possessing the requisite technical skills and experience in similar projects.

## Notice

Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) have a requirement for the manufacture of a replacement entrance platform for our Lighthouse, Dubh Artach. This is a seabound Lighthouse, located off the West Coast of Scotland. We require all parts to be fabricated as per specification drawings, a detailed project programme, a trial build for NLB staff to inspect at suppliers site, and delivery to our Oban depot, Gallanach Road, PA34 4LS by 16th May 2025. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b326f0c1-0d3e-4c33-8421-dd60bb9c3341 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2025 - 16 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH2 3DA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45255400 - Fabrication work
- 45262400 - Structural steel erection work
- 45262410 - Structural steel erection work for buildings

## Release History

- 14 Feb 2025 at 14:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b326f0c1-0d3e-4c33-8421-dd60bb9c3341

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b326f0c1-0d3e-4c33-8421-dd60bb9c3341
  14th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Edinburgh:-Dubh-Artach-Lighthouse-Entrance-Platform/8E9Z377A76
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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