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title: "Refurbishment and Upgrade of Dunnet head Lighthouse"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05de26"
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buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
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# Refurbishment and Upgrade of Dunnet head Lighthouse

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05de26

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board is inviting tenders for the refurbishment and upgrade of Dunnet Head Lighthouse, located in the United Kingdom. The project involves a comprehensive overhaul of the site, including asbestos survey, electrical rewiring, civil renovations, and site decommissioning. The tender, available through open competition, involves works valued at approximately £435,000, excluding VAT. Interested parties should note the tender stage, with submissions due by 18 December 2025. The work is scheduled to commence from 15 February 2026 through to December of the same year. This project falls under the painting, glazing, and mechanical engineering services categories, providing significant opportunities for businesses specialised in these areas.

This opportunity presents growth avenues for businesses engaged in refurbishment, painting, and mechanical engineering services. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adept at handling similar scale projects. The procurement process follows the open method, thus encouraging competitive bidding and allowing businesses to showcase their expertise in quality workmanship and efficient project delivery. With environmental considerations and detailed project explanations forming crucial tender evaluation criteria, businesses can leverage their strengths in sustainable practices and innovative solutions to enhance their bid prospects.

## Notice

Refurbishment and Upgrade of Dunnet Head Lighthouse The main items of project work are as listed below:- -Carry out a full Asbestos Refurbishment / Demolition Survey on all NLB operational buildings prior to the commencement of any work. The survey, sample collection and sample analysis must be carried by a UKAS accredited contractor in accordance with ISO 17020, ISO 17025 and Health and Safety Executive Guidance Notes; HSG 248, Asbestos: The analysts' guide for sampling, analysis and clearance procedures" and HSG264, Asbestos: The survey guide. -Full Electrical strip out and rewire of entire station with new equipment. -Full Civil renovation to Lighthouse, Lighthouse Bothy, and Foghorn tower. -De-mobilise site and clear all surplus project materials and plant, with the disposal of excess project materials to appropriate licensed and registered dumps. -The Principal Contractor is to supply the NLB Project Engineer with 'as-built' information for incorporation within NLB Operational and Maintenance documentation, which includes the Health and Safety file in line with current CDM Regulations. -During the proposed works, it is essential that the Aids to Navigation are not prevented from operating at any stage that they are required. Details will be provided on the basic operation of these items to allow the Contractor to prevent his operatives from affecting the Aids to Navigation. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Painting-and-glazing-work./NUU46793BV To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/NUU46793BV

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072585-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £435,000 |
| Lots value | £435,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45440000 - Painting and glazing work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work
- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2025 at 19:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072585-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072585-2025
  10th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/NUU46793BV
- https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Painting-and-glazing-work./NUU46793BV
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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