---
title: "Lifeline Air Services Benbecula - Stornoway 3 August 2026 - 31 March 2028"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000833649"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR"
published: "2026-06-12"
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# Lifeline Air Services Benbecula - Stornoway 3 August 2026 - 31 March 2028

Buyer: COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000833649

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## Summary

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is inviting tenders for the provision of additional lifeline air services between Benbecula and Stornoway. The procurement, under the title "Lifeline Air Services Benbecula – Stornoway 3 August 2026 – 31 March 2028", falls within the services category and is classified under CPV code 60410000. Located in the UKM64 region, this tender is currently active in the tender stage, with an electronic submission deadline set for 13 July 2026 at 14:00. The contract value is estimated at £333,333, and the procurement method is an open procedure, offering an equitable opportunity for interested bidders. The contract period is slated from 3 August 2026 to 31 March 2028.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in aviation services, particularly those experienced in managing regional air transport. Companies that can demonstrate high-quality service delivery and competitive pricing are well-suited to bid, as the award criteria heavily favour quality, accounting for 90% of the evaluation. Engaging with this procurement could provide sustained business growth through service provision to Comhairle nan Eilean Siar. Potential bidders should refer to the tender documents for detailed selection criteria and ensure timely electronic submissions to maximise their chances for success.

## Notice

Additional services to current schedule

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557872 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £333,333 |
| Lots value | £333,333 |
| 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

- 60410000 - Scheduled air transport services

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557872

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557872
  Lifeline Air Services Benbecula - Stornoway 3 August 2026 - 31 March 2028 - Additional services to current schedule

## Notice URLs

- http://
- 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-r6ebe6-0000833649
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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