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title: "Cable Management System- Shore to Ship Power, Oban Base"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06acd4"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
published: "2026-06-03"
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# Cable Management System- Shore to Ship Power, Oban Base

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06acd4

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board has announced a planned procurement process, dated 3rd June 2026, for a Cable Management System aimed at providing shore-to-ship power at their Oban base. This initiative is part of their broader environmental sustainability efforts, targeting a reduction in emissions. Located in Edinburgh, the Northern Lighthouse Board is a central government public authority. The procurement is at the planning stage and seeks proposals for designing, supplying, installing, and commissioning a solution that adheres to relevant standards. The tender process will proceed through an open procedure method. The initial contract term is two years, with the possibility of a one-year extension. A key procurement milestone includes the tender submission deadline on 20th July 2026, with an award decision expected by 31st August 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine or harbour equipment, particularly those capable of delivering innovative, scalable solutions within a fixed budget. The focus on a Best Technically Affordable approach allows companies with high-quality, technically compliant solutions to compete effectively, regardless of size. Small and medium enterprises, as well as voluntary community and social enterprises, are encouraged to participate, given the suitability for such organisations. Engaging in this procurement could enable businesses to strengthen their portfolio in sustainable maritime technology solutions, enhancing their market position within this specialised sector.

## Notice

The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) is seeking to procure a Cable Management System to enable shore-to-ship power (cold ironing) for its vessel NLV Pole Star at the Oban operational base. The requirement forms part of NLB's wider commitment to environmental sustainability and reduced emissions through the provision of onshore electrical power to vessels while berthed. The scope includes the design, supply, installation, integration, and commissioning of a safe, reliable, and operationally efficient cable management solution capable of delivering shore power under site-specific conditions. The system must address key operational challenges, including tidal variation, quay-side constraints, compatibility with existing infrastructure, and minimisation of disruption to ongoing base activities. Suppliers are expected to provide a robust and scalable solution, potentially based on proven or off-the-shelf technologies, that ensures: Safe and efficient cable handling and deployment between shore and vessel Compliance with relevant marine, electrical, and safety standards Minimal requirement for significant civil works (e.g. quay strengthening) Integration with existing shore power infrastructure The estimated contract value is approximately PS500,000, with an initial 2-year contract term (plus optional 1-year extension). The procurement will be awarded using a Best Technically Affordable (BTA) approach, prioritising high-quality, technically compliant solutions within a fixed budget.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052508-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 34931000 - Harbour equipment

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2026 at 15:50 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052508-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052508-2026
  3rd June 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17192
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17193

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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