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title: "Technical Specialist - New Marine Vessel"
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# Technical Specialist - New Marine Vessel

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8bb37d8a-1946-48aa-ad75-55dffd5f977f

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board is seeking a Technical Specialist for the design of a new medium aids to navigation vessel. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically technical support services, with an open procedure for the tender process. The tender period is set to end on 8th January 2020, while the contract duration will commence from 2nd March 2020 and extend until 1st April 2024. The project will take place in Scotland, United Kingdom, and includes specific requirements for the vessel's size, draft, and operational capabilities.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in marine engineering and design, particularly those with expertise in vessel construction and navigation aids. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, offering a niche for innovative solutions tailored to the project's specifications. Companies that can demonstrate experience in technical support services related to maritime projects will be well-placed to compete effectively for this contract.

## Notice

NLB requires support to develop the tender design of a new medium aids to navigation vessel. Provisional general particulars: Length70.00m (maximum) Breadth14.00m (approximately) Draft4.25m (maximum) Deadweight Total1400 tonnes (approximately) Cargo Deadweight Payload250 tonnes minimum Speed14 knots minimum A particular requirement is that the vessel will be able to operate without restriction at 3.2m draft. The requirement for a 4.25m draft, achieved by ballasting, is to enhance the vessels sea keeping abilities and may not be a requirement if the design can give a similar level of comfort and operational ability at a reduced draft. The endurance of the vessel must be achievable at the 3.2m draft. Project description The project will be split into a number of discreet stages though an iterative approach to the project will be imperative, full details are within the tender documents

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26abb8c3-4e27-447d-a6ad-1e9ca72d3ee2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2020 - 1 Apr 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2019 at 15:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26abb8c3-4e27-447d-a6ad-1e9ca72d3ee2
- 25 Nov 2019 at 15:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26abb8c3-4e27-447d-a6ad-1e9ca72d3ee2
- 25 Nov 2019 at 15:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26abb8c3-4e27-447d-a6ad-1e9ca72d3ee2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26abb8c3-4e27-447d-a6ad-1e9ca72d3ee2
  25th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Technical-support-services./9S5X432UQH
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