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title: "Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) Replacement at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000818133"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-28"
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# Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) Replacement at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI)

Buyer: HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000818133

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## Summary

The Highlands and Islands Airports Limited is overseeing a tender process for the supply and installation of replacement Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) airports. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, specifically focusing on airport-related activities within the UK region of UKM6, covering Inverness, Stornoway, and Sumburgh. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a budget of £350,000. Businesses are required to submit electronic bids by 29th June 2026, the same day the award period is expected to commence. Interested parties should pay attention to the published documents, as they include detailed instructions and evaluation criteria.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the aviation sector, particularly those with expertise in navigational aid systems, installation, and maintenance. Firms capable of delivering high-quality installations with minimal service disruption will find this a lucrative prospect. With a requirement for both supply and installation under a framework that allows for a potential extension, companies with flexibility and capacity for scaling operations will be well-suited. Engaging in this project not only provides financial gains but also strengthens a company's footprint in the airport infrastructure sector.

## Notice

Supply and installation of replacement Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) Airports.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supplier will be required to supply and install replacement Non-Directional Beacons at Stornoway and Sumburgh Airports with minimal loss of NDB service at the Airports. The installation, commission, test and acceptance of the NDBs will achieve regulatory approval for entry into operational service as a rolling programme of works.

Options: As detailed in the procurement documents

Renewal: Option to extend for further 24 months at Authority's discretion

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556806 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities) |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| 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 | HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 7JB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Culloden and Ardersier |
| Westminster constituency | Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34966200 - Non-Directional Beacon (NDB)

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556806
- 22 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F4 - Prior Information Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC546194

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC546194
  Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) Replacement at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) - Supply and installation of replacement Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) Airports.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556806
  Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) Replacement at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) - Supply and installation of replacement Non-Directional Beacons (NDB) at Stornoway (SYY) and Sumburgh (LSI) Airports.

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- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000818133
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=828321

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