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title: "Removal and Installation of Dubh Artach Entrance Platform"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04fc51"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
published: "2025-07-21"
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# Removal and Installation of Dubh Artach Entrance Platform

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04fc51

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Northern Lighthouse Board involves the removal and installation of the entrance platform at the Dubh Artach Lighthouse, located off the west coast of Scotland. This contract falls under the category of works related to construction and civil engineering, with a focus on public authority central government operations. The procurement process followed an open competition method with a status of completion, having reached the award stage with the contract valued at £50,000. The contract was officially awarded to Accted Engineering on 30th May 2025, with the contract period slated to run from 22nd July 2025 to 30th September 2025. Situated strategically around 70 miles south-west of Oban, the lighthouse presents logistical challenges that require creative solutions, such as transport via vessel and helicopter.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs engaged in construction and civil engineering disciplines, as evidenced by its open competition process designed to engage a range of suppliers. Companies specializing in engineering, construction, and logistical operations are well-suited to pursue such tenders, potentially leveraging expertise in remote site operations and project management. By winning such contracts, businesses could enhance their portfolios and gain valuable experience in managing complex logistical challenges in remote locations, reinforcing their market position in specialised engineering projects.

## Notice

NLB have a requirement for the removal and installation of the entrance platform at Dubh Artach lighthouse, situated off the west coast of Scotland, approximately 70 miles south-west of Oban, at a position of 56o 08.0' North, 06o 37.9' West. The structure stands 38 meters high and is constructed from granite blocks. The light is at an elevation of 44 metres, flashes 2 white every 30 seconds, and has a range of 20 miles. The lighthouse tower is the only building on the rock outcrop. The tower is accessed by a vertical ladder from the base of the tower to a steel platform 9.8m above. The ladder is fitted with a fall arrest system that must be used when climbing the ladder. The primary access to Dubh Artach Lighthouse is by helicopter, and landing at this light is only to be carried out on the ebb tide. Due to the limited time window for helicopter operations the successful contractor will be required to stay on site, living within the lighthouse tower. An NLB technician will be on site for the duration of the works to supervise and maintain a functioning light. We are estimating 4 people in total staying at the lighthouse during the accessible periods outlined below, 3 maximum from the successful contractor and 1 NLB technician. Our requirement is for the removal of the existing aluminium entrance platform at Dubh Artach, then installing the replacement entrance platform to completion, currently being manufactured by a third party to NLB drawings specifications. Due to the location of this site, the majority of materials and equipment will be transported to and from site via NLB vessel & helicopter. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=967321745

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Due to potential delays in getting access to the site at the proposed dates, these works may have to be extended and will finish when completed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041662-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000 |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| 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 | ACCTED ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45315100 - Electrical engineering installation works

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2025 at 13:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041662-2025
- 2 Apr 2025 at 18:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012647-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041662-2025
  21st July 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012647-2025
  2nd April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=967321745
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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