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title: "Fuel Quote - NLV Pole Star"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
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# Fuel Quote - NLV Pole Star

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a9c360d2-dabd-43eb-840d-15d28992d26c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Northern Lighthouse Board, based in Edinburgh, soliciting offers for the supply of 60,000 litres of Marine Gas Oil that meets specific quality standards, including a maximum sulphur content of 0.1%. The tender, titled "Fuel Quote - NLV Pole Star," falls under the goods category, specifically ship refuelling services, and was officially awarded on 20 May 2022. The contract period for delivery is set for 23 May 2022, with procurement conducted via a limited competitive quotation method. Key contact for this process is Ruth Millan from the Northern Lighthouse Board.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the fuel supply and marine service sectors to engage with public procurement. Businesses capable of meeting the stringent fuel quality requirements and logistical needs, such as the provision of samples for verification, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Suppliers with experience in marine fuel delivery and adherence to ISO standards can leverage this contract to expand their client base and foster long-term relationships with public sector entities.

## Notice

Sixty Thousand litres (60,000) - Marine Gas Oil - conforming to ISO 8217 DMA with a maximum Sulphur content of 0.1%, To be delivered to the vessel at 0900 hrs on Monday 23 May 2022, at NLB Oban, Gallanach Road, Oban, Argyll, PA34 4LS. Please note that DMA Marine Gas Oil with FAME content above 0.5% volume, as per ISO 8217, will not be accepted. A Certificate of Quality will be required on the day to verify fuel. The supplier is to provide three 1L samples per tanker, two of which are to be given to the vessel. NLB representative to witness samples being taken. The bunker connection is 3" BSP.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1df92e77-33b2-4720-91ad-d5da58cf0e73 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2022 |
| Contract period | 22 May 2022 - 23 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £47,082 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £47,082 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | D MCNAIR & SON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63721400 - Ship refuelling services

## Release History

- 26 May 2022 at 11:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1df92e77-33b2-4720-91ad-d5da58cf0e73

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1df92e77-33b2-4720-91ad-d5da58cf0e73
  26th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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