---
title: "Operation of Spaceport 1"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066f3f"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR"
published: "2026-03-19"
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# Operation of Spaceport 1

Buyer: COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066f3f

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Operation of Spaceport 1" is being organised by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, a regional authority based in Stornoway, United Kingdom. This tender is classified under space transport services and seeks service providers for the operation of Spaceport 1 situated at Scolpaig Farm on the Isle of North Uist. The tender process is at the active stage with a competitive dialogue method being employed for this selective procurement. Interested parties must submit their tenders electronically by the deadline of 20th April 2026. The tender aims to incorporate community benefits into its requirements and will evaluate bids based on criteria focusing 60% on quality and 40% on price. The contract period is set for 10800 days, with no options for renewal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in space transport services and operations, particularly those with capabilities in delivering high-quality service operations. Companies that can demonstrate robust suitability and compliance with the community benefits requirements will be positioned well for consideration. As the project involves operating a spaceport on the Isle of North Uist, businesses with expertise in logistics and operations in remote locations may find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The selective procurement method and competitive dialogue offer a structured environment for qualified companies to engage with the contracting authority and showcase their strengths in executing large-scale transport services projects.

## Notice

Operation of Spaceport 1, Scopaig Farm, isle of North Uist

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Operation of Spaceport 1, Scolpaig Farm, Isle of North Uist, HS6 5DH

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025300-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,550,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR |
| Locality | STORNOWAY |
| Post town | Outer Hebrides |
| Postcode | HS1 2BW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Na h-Eileanan Siar |
| Electoral ward | Steòrnabhagh a Deas |
| Westminster constituency | Na h-Eileanan an Iar |
| Delivery location | TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60500000 - Space transport services

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 15:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025300-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cne-siar.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000826302
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00262
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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