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title: "Skerry of Ness and Hoxa Head Lighthouse Refurbishments"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a208"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
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# Skerry of Ness and Hoxa Head Lighthouse Refurbishments

Buyer: THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a208

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB), a public authority within the central government of the United Kingdom based in Edinburgh, is planning a procurement process titled "Skerry of Ness and Hoxa Head Lighthouse Refurbishments." This project falls under the industry category of refurbishment work, specifically dealing with civil engineering at lighthouse locations on Orkney, United Kingdom, namely Skerry of Ness and Hoxa Head. The current stage of the procurement process is in planning, with key dates including a proposed tender release in mid-July 2026 and an anticipated site start date by the end of September 2026. Interested parties should note their interest by contacting Euan Kidd via email by 1st June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in civil engineering, particularly those with expertise in remote and marine environments and possessing rope access certifications (IRATA). Companies with experience in refurbishment works, especially in challenging tidal conditions, will find this project suitable for expanding their portfolio and presence in the public sector. With a total project value of £75,000, this is an attractive proposition for contractors looking to engage with government agencies and increase their visibility in infrastructure refurbishment. The ability to access and operate in isolated sites will be crucial for success in this competitive procurement opportunity.

## Notice

Skerry of Ness is a tidal station. Hoxa Head is located on land and can be accessed at all times. To utilise the contractor's time, its envisaged that Skerry of Ness will take priority to work around tidal times as required, and Hoxa Head works can be carried out around Skerry of Ness activities. Hoxa Head: Location: Hoxa Head is located on the Hoxa peninsula on the North East coast of South Ronaldsay, Orkney. The site is located on the longitude and latitude of 58deg49.315 N, 003deg02.085 W. The site is 400m away from a road end. There are field tracks from the road end to close to the site. Description of station: 7m high Aluminium "splat" structure, fixed to concrete base. White GRP daymark panels are fixed to the elevations of structure. The optic is powered by batteries, charged by the 6No panel solar array. The extent of the station is determined by a post and wire boundary fence designed to keep livestock out. There are no welfare facilities at this station. Description of works: The works are of a purely civil nature. The works will include: Wash down and remove lichen/marine growth from surfaces of all structures (GRP, Concrete and Metal work). Repairs to GRP daymark panels and metalworks as required. Existing fence to be re-strung. No electrical works shall be involved and the optic shall remain operational throughout. Skerry of Ness: Location: Skerry of Ness is located south of the town of Stromness on the mainland of Orkney. The site is located on the longitude and latitude of 58deg56.960 N 003deg17.830 W. Together with Hoy Loy Lighthouse the station denotes the entry to the port of Stromness. The station is located in tidal waters 200m from the mainland. The shoreline can be access via Guardhouse Park Road leading from the town of Stromness. The station can be accessed at low tide by foot. At high tides, boat access is required. Description of station: 10m high post-tensioned white concrete column, topped with concrete platform. The main concrete column is fixed to a square concrete foundation fixed to the sea bed. The platform is accessed via a ladder. There are fenders to each side of the ladder to allow a boat to access the ladder at high tides. The platform is guarded by a handrail and safety gate to the top of the ladder. The optic cubicle is located on the edge of the platform, with solar panels fixed to the seaward facing side of the cubicle. The optic is powered by batteries stored within the cubicle, which are trickle charged by the solar panels. There are no welfare facilities at this station. Description of works: The works are of a purely civil nature. The concrete structure is to be power washed to remove lichen/marine growth from surfaces. Any concrete repairs will be carried out as necessary following power washing. Any corroded metalwork or fixings shall be replaced, this may involve replacement of ladders, handrails, and fenders. The structure shall be redecorated. No electrical works shall be involved and the optic shall remain operational throughout. Minimum Certification Requirements Contractor will need rope access certificates (IRATA Certification) Proposed date for Tender: Mid July 2026 Proposed site start date: End of September 2026 Please note all details and dates included are subject to change. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Refurbishment-work./62HD4F378D To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/62HD4F378D

### Planning Information

Any parties who wish to note their interest in this project please email euan.kidd@nlb.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048188-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2026 - 20 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE 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 | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 15:05 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048188-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048188-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/62HD4F378D
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Refurbishment-work./62HD4F378D
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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