--- title: "GB-Edinburgh: Refurbishment and Upgrade of Start Point Lighthouse" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0596adb0-55df-4ac5-817a-ba5b3fc3e22a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0596adb0-55df-4ac5-817a-ba5b3fc3e22a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0596adb0-55df-4ac5-817a-ba5b3fc3e22a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0596adb0-55df-4ac5-817a-ba5b3fc3e22a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD" published: "2022-02-01" --- # GB-Edinburgh: Refurbishment and Upgrade of Start Point Lighthouse Buyer: THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0596adb0-55df-4ac5-817a-ba5b3fc3e22a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0596adb0-55df-4ac5-817a-ba5b3fc3e22a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0596adb0-55df-4ac5-817a-ba5b3fc3e22a.json) ## Summary The Northern Lighthouse Board is conducting an open procurement process for the "Refurbishment and Upgrade of Start Point Lighthouse" located in Scotland. This project, valued at approximately £500,000, aims to fully refurbish the lighthouse, including critical work such as asbestos surveys, installation of new electrical systems, and site maintenance. The tender period will close on 9 March 2022, with the contract expected to commence on 4 May 2022 and conclude on 17 December 2022. Interested bidders are encouraged to attend a mandatory site visit on 17 February 2022 to better understand the project requirements. This tender presents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction, civil engineering, electrical installation, and related works. Companies with experience in refurbishment projects, asbestos management, and site-specific installations would be well-suited to compete. This project not only offers substantial contract value but also the potential for ongoing business relationships with the Northern Lighthouse Board, given their focus on essential maritime infrastructure. ## Notice Proposed Works The proposed project includes the full refurbishment of Start Point lighthouse (A3718) stands above Tobacco Rock, 59deg16.638'N 002deg22.577'W, on the tidal island of Start Point at the Eastern extremity of Sanday. The works shall comprise of the following: 1.Carry out a full Asbestos Refurbishment / Demolition Survey on all NLB operational buildings prior to the commencement of any work. 2.The Principal Contractor is expected to test the existing 'HCL' fall arrest system and re-certify it if necessary, before use. The Principal Contractor is to provide the Project Leader with all relevant test certification for record and audit purposes. 3.Deliver all plant/materials/camp to NLB Oban packaged for helicopter underslinging 4.Land plant/materials/camp on site and establish site. 5.Removal of the diesel engine, tank and obsolete aluminium lattice tower 6.Excavate and form foundations for new wind turbine (third-party installation) 7.Full redecoration of the station buildings 8.Refurbishment of the welfare facilities 9.Full reinstallation of all electrical systems 10.Upgrade of the existing optic 11.The new electrical installation is to be site Commissioned and proof tested for approval by NLB Engineering staff, in advance of meeting an NLB / Contractor mutually agreed Notice to Mariners date for the new permanent LED Optic coming into operation, in conjunction with the temporary light being switched off. 12.De-mobilise site and clear all surplus project materials and plant, with the disposal of excess project materials to appropriate licensed and registered dumps. The contractor must have a responsible person in attendance who has successfully passed a recognised Dangerous Goods training course. 13.The Principal Contractor is to supply the NLB Project Engineer with 'as-built' information for incorporation within NLB Operational and Maintenance documentation, which includes the Health and Safety file in line with current CDM Regulations. During the proposed works, it is essential that the Aids to Navigation are not prevented from operating at any stage that they are required. Details will be provided on the basic operation of these items to allow the Contractor to prevent his operatives from affecting the Aids to Navigation. Contractors Site Visit Tenderers are advised to attend this mandatory site visit schedule for 17 February 2022 (subject to possible alterations due to COVID travel restrictions) to familiarize themselves with the location and the available space and any restrictions. COVID-19 restrictions will be in place during the site visit. Full details of the proposed works are contained in the tender documents which can be download from https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/VFB28BPC57 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/942b0213-daee-479d-a771-569f98cc5645 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Feb 2022 | | Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 May 2022 - 17 Dec 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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 | THE 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 - 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work - 45310000 - Electrical installation work - 45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work ## Release History - 1 Feb 2022 at 16:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/942b0213-daee-479d-a771-569f98cc5645 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/942b0213-daee-479d-a771-569f98cc5645 1st February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Edinburgh:-Refurbishment-and-Upgrade-of-Start-Point-Lighthouse/VFB28BPC57 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/VFB28BPC57 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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