--- title: "GB-Edinburgh: Construction of Rubha Cuil-Cheanna Minor Light" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8824bebd-6e1f-4e0b-916f-5036454c1e52" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8824bebd-6e1f-4e0b-916f-5036454c1e52" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8824bebd-6e1f-4e0b-916f-5036454c1e52.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8824bebd-6e1f-4e0b-916f-5036454c1e52.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD" published: "2020-07-21" --- # GB-Edinburgh: Construction of Rubha Cuil-Cheanna Minor Light Buyer: THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8824bebd-6e1f-4e0b-916f-5036454c1e52 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8824bebd-6e1f-4e0b-916f-5036454c1e52) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8824bebd-6e1f-4e0b-916f-5036454c1e52.json) ## Summary The Northern Lighthouse Board is seeking tenders for the construction of the Rubha Cuil-Cheanna Minor Light, located 1.1 km west of Onich in Scotland. This procurement process falls under the 'open' method and is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 2nd September 2020. The project involves constructing a two-storey aluminium lattice framework tower for a minor lighthouse, requiring electrical installation, civil engineering work, and additional construction services. The contract is expected to commence on 28th September 2020 and conclude by 31st March 2021, with a minimum contract value of £50,000 and a total estimated value of £100,000. This opportunity is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction, electrical installation, and civil engineering. Businesses with experience in modular construction and those able to comply with safety and environmental regulations will find this tender advantageous. The mandatory site visit on 17th August 2020 also provides a critical opportunity for prospective bidders to assess the project scope and site conditions firsthand, enhancing their chances of submitting a competitive tender. ## Notice INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF RUBHA CUIL-CHEANNA MINOR LIGHT REFERENCE: ENPR/LRCC/1675 It is the Boards intension to award this contract to a single Contractor, and it is envisaged that the successful Tenderer will co-ordinate and complete the required construction works at Rubha Cuil-Cheanna is located 1.1km west of Onich and 2.6km southwest of Corran overlooking Loch Linnhe, at Latitude 56deg 42' 19.18"N, Longitude -5deg 14' 48.75W (NN 01345 61790). Proposed Works It is proposed to construct the new minor lighthouse using a 2 storey, 5.5m high prefabricated modular aluminium lattice framework tower with external GRP daymark panels. The aluminium tower will be secured to a 350mm thk. reinforced concrete slab constructed on a compacted granular sub-base. A timber post and wire fence, with access gate, is also to be erected around the perimeter of the site. 2 marine lanterns will be positioned on the second floor of the tower. A Sabik VLS-46 LED Projector will be provided to assist vessels exiting Corran Narrows travelling south and a Sealite SL-155 will be used to guide vessels travelling north through Corran Narrows onto Fort William. Electrical power will be supplied from 6 batteries stored in a watertight enclosure located at the base of the structure. The batteries will be maintained in a charged state via solar panels mounted on the south elevation of the structure. An additional watertight cubicle, located on the first floor of the tower, will control the electrical operating system. A suitable lighting conductor will also be installed and connected to a buried earth mat within the site boundary. Site Visit Tenderers are requested to attend a mandatory site visit schedule for Monday 17th August 2020 at 10:00hrs to familiarize themselves with the location and the available site space and any restrictions. The appropriate PPE equipment and COVID-19 guidelines, restriction and social distancing must be adhered to whilst on site Please contact Donald Innes, Procurement Officer via delta e-sourcing to confirm your attendance to the site visit Full details relating to this Procurement exercise can be downloaded via NLB's Delta eProcurement Portal 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/792a499c-70c6-470e-95e2-b486b6468b26 | | 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 | 21 Jul 2020 | | Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 27 Sep 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 - 45442100 - Painting work ## Release History - 21 Jul 2020 at 14:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/792a499c-70c6-470e-95e2-b486b6468b26 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/792a499c-70c6-470e-95e2-b486b6468b26 21st July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Edinburgh:-Construction-of-Rubha-Cuil-Cheanna-Minor-Light/33R44X68Y3 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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