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title: "GB-Edinburgh: QUOTATION FOR THE SUPPLY OF FIBC/HELIBAGS"
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buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
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# GB-Edinburgh: QUOTATION FOR THE SUPPLY OF FIBC/HELIBAGS

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-04495058-e875-429a-828b-cabb188f0c33

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board based in Edinburgh, UK, has issued a tender for the supply of Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC) - HELIBAGS, which are heavy-duty reusable bags used for helicopter transportation. The bags must meet specific standards and have a Safe Working Load (SWL) of 1500kg. The procurement stage is currently active with a tender closing date of October 6, 2022, and the contract period is set to start on October 17, 2022, lasting until October 15, 2027. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Sacks and bags" and "Helicopters" and is open to small or medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a business growth opportunity for companies that can supply certified FIBC/HELIBAGS meeting the specified standards. Businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of heavy-duty bags, particularly those suitable for helicopter transportation, are well-suited to compete for this contract. Being open to SMEs, this tender encourages smaller businesses to participate and potentially secure a long-term contract with the Northern Lighthouse Board, fostering growth and development within the industry.

## Notice

The heavy-duty reusable Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC) - HELIBAGS are used to transport various materials by helicopter and manufactured to the following standard: BS EN ISO 21898:2005. It is therefore imperative that the bags have the required certification for helicopter underslinging. The bags will be expected to have a Safe Working Load (SWL) of 1500kg and a Safety Factor (SF) = 6.1. 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/925d8921-626d-47bf-916b-d15f3f50e1c6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Oct 2022 - 15 Oct 2027 |
| 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

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 18930000 - Sacks and bags
- 34711500 - Helicopters

## Release History

- 26 Aug 2022 at 11:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/925d8921-626d-47bf-916b-d15f3f50e1c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/925d8921-626d-47bf-916b-d15f3f50e1c6
  26th August 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Edinburgh:-QUOTATION-FOR-THE-SUPPLY-OF-FIBC/HELIBAGS/3KQ3TB65S4
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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