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title: "TYPE 2 (CEFAS) BUOYS (6 UNITS) AND TYPE 4 WRECK MARKER BUOYS (4 UNITS)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0610c4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
published: "2026-03-05"
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# TYPE 2 (CEFAS) BUOYS (6 UNITS) AND TYPE 4 WRECK MARKER BUOYS (4 UNITS)

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0610c4

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) headquartered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, involved the acquisition of Type 2 (CEFAS) buoys and Type 4 wreck marker buoys. The tender, titled "TYPE 2 (CEFAS) BUOYS (6 UNITS) AND TYPE 4 WRECK MARKER BUOYS (4 UNITS)," falls under the marine equipment and installations category. It aimed at supplying aids for navigation and protection of the CEFAS data-gathering installations in Scottish and Isle of Man waters, in line with IALA standards. The procurement method was open and classified as below threshold - open competition. The tender was completed, with the award notice published on 5th March 2026 following an initial tender notice on 28th January 2026. The contract, valued at around €217,558.80, commenced on 6th March 2026 and is set to conclude by 5th June 2026, with deliveries expected in the UK region.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in marine equipment and installations, particularly those capable of producing and supplying buoys that meet international maritime standards. The competition was open, attracting four bids, showcasing a tangible chance for businesses, including SMEs, to expand their service reach in maritime safety and navigation solutions. Suppliers with expertise and experience in manufacturing and deploying navigation aids would find this procurement process beneficial for business growth. The contract was awarded to Mediterraneo Señales Maritimas S.L., indicating that large-scale suppliers can also compete effectively in below-threshold open competitions, enhancing their portfolio within the UK maritime sector.

## Notice

The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) invites tenders for the supply of: - six (6) Type 2 plastic marker buoys to support the ongoing CEFAS buoy contract, including additional buoy locations. These marker buoys will be deployed to clearly identify and protect smaller CEFAS data-gathering buoys, reducing the risk of vessels inadvertently passing over or damaging the CEFAS installations. - four (4) Type 4 polyethylene wreck marker buoys to support wreck marking capability. The buoys will be deployed as aids to navigation for the marking of wrecks and shall be suitable for use in Scottish and Isle of Man waters in accordance with IALA requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019885-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2026 - 5 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000 |
| Lots value | £170,000 |
| Awards value | £181,299 |
| 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 | MEDITERRANEO SEÑALES MARITIMAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 45244100 - Marine installations

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 12:32 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019885-2026
- 28 Jan 2026 at 12:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007539-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019885-2026
  5th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007539-2026
  28th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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