---
title: "22NM Lantern Solution"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05293e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "COMMISSIONERS OF NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSES OPERATING AS NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
published: "2025-07-15"
---

# 22NM Lantern Solution

Buyer: COMMISSIONERS OF NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSES OPERATING AS NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05293e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "22NM Lantern Solution" was managed by the Northern Lighthouse Board, a sub-central government authority based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This tender, which falls under the industry categories of lanterns and lighthouse services, aimed to procure a marine-suitable lantern system to be delivered to Harwich, Essex. Initiated in the tender stage as an open competition, the process had key timelines with the enquiry period ending on 19th June 2025, and the tender submission deadline on 26th June 2025. However, the procurement was subsequently cancelled on 15th July 2025 due to a change in circumstances. The anticipated contract period was to run from 31st July 2025 to 31st October 2025. The process was valued at £40,000, excluding VAT, with the main category being goods.

This tender represented potential growth opportunities primarily for businesses in the production of specialised marine equipment, specifically those manufacturing synchronised lantern systems suitable for harsh environments. Firms excelling in technical innovation and accuracy in photometric testing would have been well-positioned to compete. Engaging in such procurement processes helps businesses expand their portfolios in government contracts, build relationships within governmental infrastructure projects, and potentially secure more substantial projects in the future. The open competitive nature of the tender provided a transparent entry point for businesses to demonstrate their capabilities in providing high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

## Notice

Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) have a requirement for a 22NM Lantern solution for one of the Lighthouses we maintain. We would like to purchase a solution to the 22NM requirement that could include two or more lanterns that can be synchronised and hardwired together and suitable for a marine environment. White in colour, fully customisable flash character, automatic control via adjustable threshold PE cell , and programmable via IR remote or PC. Photometric testing report in accordance with IALA R0203 (E-200-3) and, calculation of intensity and estimation of range would be required plus DDP delivery incoterms to GRAD, Trinity House Buoy Yard, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3JW, UK. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Lanterns./Z4832973G8 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Z4832973G8

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039820-2025 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | £40,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Cancelled |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COMMISSIONERS OF NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSES OPERATING AS NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 31527210 - Lanterns
- 63724400 - Lighthouse services

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2025 at 09:05 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039820-2025
- 29 May 2025 at 18:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028621-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039820-2025
  15th July 2025 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028621-2025
  29th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Z4832973G8
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Lanterns./Z4832973G8
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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