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title: "GB-Edinburgh: Oban Pier Timber Replacement"
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# GB-Edinburgh: Oban Pier Timber Replacement

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fefab824-7db4-4ee4-85b7-bc9399450faa

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board is seeking tenders for the "Oban Pier Timber Replacement" project, focusing on harbour construction works in Edinburgh, Scotland. This procurement falls under the open procedure method and is currently in the Award stage following the tender period that ended on 7 September 2021. The value of the contract is £261,186.39, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 30 September 2021 and conclude on 30 November 2021. Interested suppliers were required to attend a mandatory site visit on 21 June 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in marine and civil engineering to enhance their business portfolios. Companies that offer services relating to timber construction, fender replacement, and pier maintenance would be particularly well-suited to compete. The detailed requirements outlined in the tender, along with the potential for ongoing maintenance contracts in the maritime sector, make this an attractive prospect for relevant businesses looking to expand their operational capacities.

## Notice

The Works Oban South Pier is situated at NLB's Oban Base in Argyll and Bute. The central section of the pier consists of a T-shape extension to the original pier added in the 1950's. This provided a front edge of approximately 49m and allowed for berthing in deeper water. This was then extended in the early 2000's to provide NLB with a larger operational surface area, extending the central section by approximately 10m and creating new eastern and western sections to the pier. All seaward faces have timber fender piles, though only the central section is currently used for berthing. Based upon visual assessment of the timber elements, it was concluded that a number of repairs are required to bring the structure up to a satisfactory standard. The condition of the timbers is generally poorest at the lowest sections. Repairs have been recommended for the most critical elements, in terms of the importance of their function and the severity of the defects. These are detailed in Appendix A - Bill of Quantities and Appendix B - Inspection Report. This tender will cover items detailed in the report under Option A. Works to replace rotten timbers are summarised as follows: *Replace 9 No. full pile with like-for-like 360x360mm greenheart pile, replacing brackets, bolts, nuts and spacers as required. *Replace 4 No. fender with heavy-duty rubber D-fender, replacing fixings as required. *Replace stair support waling with like-for-like 360x360mm greenheart waling beam, replacing brackets, nuts and bolts as required. *Replace total 41m of lower waling with like-for-like 360x360mm greenheart waling beam, replacing splice plates, brackets, nuts and bolts as required. *Replace total 36m of lower intercostals with like-for-like 260x260mm greenheart members (in approx. 2.55m lengths), replacing fixings as required. *Replace 24m of cope beam with like-for-like greenheart members (210x210mm and 260x150mm), replacing fixings as required. *Reinstate 16 No. failed connection, replacing nuts, bolts and spacers as required (excluding those associated with repairs listed above). Site Visit Potential suppliers will be required to attend a site visit this is a mandatory requirement. A site visit is planned for Oban Depot on Monday 21 June 2021 at 10.30am. On confirmation of attendance to site 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. 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/c5185572-5cbe-483c-8cbb-ef4a463fb68c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £261,186 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £261,186 |
| 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 | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SHEARWATER MARINE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45241000 - Harbour construction works
- 45241300 - Pier construction work

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2021 at 10:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5185572-5cbe-483c-8cbb-ef4a463fb68c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5185572-5cbe-483c-8cbb-ef4a463fb68c
  9th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=624790396
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