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title: "Hoy Sound (Hoy High)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cd44"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD"
published: "2026-07-16"
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# Hoy Sound (Hoy High)

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cd44

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board, a central government public authority based in Edinburgh, is currently in the planning stage of a tender process titled "Hoy Sound (Hoy High)." This project falls under the industry category of works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work, specifically focusing on painting work. The location for this project is Hoy High Lighthouse on Graemesay, Orkney, United Kingdom. The procurement process commenced on 16th July 2026, and interested parties had until 23rd July 2026 to note their interest, with the actual contract period scheduled from 14th December 2026 to 16th March 2027. The anticipated value of the project is approximately £100,000 to £120,000 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in civil engineering, construction, and painting work, allowing them to enhance their portfolios by contributing to the maintenance and restoration of historical infrastructure. Companies with experience in managing logistical challenges, such as island ferry services and site access, will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Businesses adept at providing thorough interior and exterior renovation services, particularly those capable of managing framework repointing and glazing repairs, will find this project ideal for showcasing their competencies and expanding their business presence in government infrastructure projects.

## Notice

Location: Hoy High Lighthouse is located on the North-East corner of Graemesay, Orkney. The site is located on the longitude and latitude of 58deg56.137 N 003deg16.399 W. The station can be accessed by road. Graemesay is accessed by ferry from Stromness. Contractor's shall have to familiarise themselves with the ferry arrangements for the island. Some ferries are passenger only. Description of station: Hoy High Lighthouse is a traditional 34m high tower with quarterdeck (1851 Alan Stevenson), housing Welfare/Battery Room/Control Room, and neighbouring garage block housing NLB utility vehicle, (used for access to Hoy Low). Description of works: Full external and internal redecoration. Broken/cracked glazing panes in the lightroom are to be replaced. All pointing to masonry elevations to be investigated and repointed as necessary. Any minor defects to be replaced or repaired as required.

### Planning Information

Any parties who wish to note their interest in this project please email euan.kidd@nlb.org.uk
Please note that all details, dates and values are subject to change without notice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067436-2026 |
| 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 | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2026 - 16 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45442100 - Painting work

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 15:52 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067436-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067436-2026
  16th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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