--- title: "GB-Edinburgh: Refurbishment and Upgrade of Fair Isle South" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0efcacc5-caae-4959-9dc7-bff0f704f238" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0efcacc5-caae-4959-9dc7-bff0f704f238" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0efcacc5-caae-4959-9dc7-bff0f704f238.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0efcacc5-caae-4959-9dc7-bff0f704f238.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD" published: "2021-04-06" --- # GB-Edinburgh: Refurbishment and Upgrade of Fair Isle South Buyer: THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0efcacc5-caae-4959-9dc7-bff0f704f238 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0efcacc5-caae-4959-9dc7-bff0f704f238) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0efcacc5-caae-4959-9dc7-bff0f704f238.json) ## Summary The Northern Lighthouse Board is currently inviting tenders for the refurbishment and upgrade of Fair Isle South Lighthouse, located in Edinburgh, Scotland. This project is classified under the works category, encompassing significant construction and electrical tasks such as removing existing equipment, installing new standby systems, and refurbishing living quarters. The tender period concludes on 13th May 2021, with the contract expected to start on 2nd August 2021 and concluding by 17th June 2022. This opportunity is being offered through an open procurement method, aiming to award the contract to a single contractor. This tender presents a promising opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in civil engineering, electrical wiring, and construction work. Businesses specialising in refurbishment projects, energy systems installation, and compliance with construction standards will be well-suited to bid for this contract. Engaging in this project can enhance market experience while contributing to the critical infrastructure of maritime safety in the region. ## Notice INVITATION TO TENDER FOR: REFURBISHMENT AND UPGRADE OF FAIR ISLE SOUTH LIGHTHOUSE NLB REF: ENP1/LFAS/1699 It is the Boards intension to award this contract to a single Contractor, and it is envisaged that the successful Tenderer will co-ordinate the running of project works. A description with outline of the intended project works is as follows:- Online of Proposed Works The main elements of the work will involve the following: *Remove all existing engines, controls and AtoN *Remove the existing optic battery cells for their potential re-use at Fair Isle North *Remove existing fuel tanks and demolish bund. *Install new standby genset and controls to be configured to run weekly for an hour and on mains failure. To be installed in the north easterly room where the current aux engine is situated. *Install a 1,200-litre fuel tank in the same room as new genset. *Install standby batteries in cabinet in watch room. *Install LED lantern to meet 18 nautical mile range. *Install optic monitoring cubicle. *Reconfigure kitchen and fit with LPG supplied cooker and boiler (for hot water supply only) *Reconfigure current engine room to create 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. *Excavate to form new wastewater route from new bathrooms to tie in with existing. *Refurbish current (south easterly) controls room to give lounge/dining room. *Reconfigure current battery room to form 2 bedrooms off lounge (emergency accommodation) and workshop. *Lightning earthing infrastructure to be tested and upgraded as appropriate. *All electrical works to be designed to BS EN 7671 *Full external and internal redecoration of all buildings Site Visit A site visit is planned for Fair Isle South Lighthouse on Wednesday 28th April 2021 should the weather conditions be a problem for travelling to site an alternative date will be arranged with all interested parties. All Tenderers attending the site visit should contact Donald Innes, Procurement Officer, via Delta eProcurement at https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ by 14:00hrs on Friday 23rd April 2021 to confirm attendance, including names and mobile numbers of the representatives intending to visit site. Specific site visit times and meeting point will be confirmed prior to the site visit by Donald Innes, Procurement Officer. All potential suppliers will be required to complete and return an NLB COVID 19 Questionnaire prior to attending the site visit. The appropriate PPE equipment and COVID-19 guidelines, restriction and social distancing must be adhered to whilst on site. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/GB-Edinburgh:-Refurbishment-and-Upgrade-of-Fair-Isle-South/Q4F2X46293 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q4F2X46293 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/6dca9bbe-8d5b-4179-9155-ddd99fe43ee7 | | 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 | 6 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | 13 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Aug 2021 - 17 Jun 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 - 45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work - 45442100 - Painting work ## Release History - 6 Apr 2021 at 16:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dca9bbe-8d5b-4179-9155-ddd99fe43ee7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dca9bbe-8d5b-4179-9155-ddd99fe43ee7 6th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Edinburgh:-Refurbishment-and-Upgrade-of-Fair-Isle-South/Q4F2X46293 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q4F2X46293 - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/GB-Edinburgh:-Refurbishment-and-Upgrade-of-Fair-Isle-South/Q4F2X46293 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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