UK-Edinburgh: Fabrication work.

Scope

Description: The primary objective of this project is to complete a full refurbishment of Port Ellen Lighthouse to preserve its structural condition, meet current safety standards, and maintain the reliable operation of the Aids to Navigation.

The works will deliver a full internal and external repaint in line with the 10-year maintenance cycle, carry out essential repairs to metalwork, masonry, doors, windows and safety systems, and address any emerging defects. The outcome will extend the service life of the asset, reduce reactive maintenance requirements, and support a safe and functional environment for inspections and planned interventions.

The works will be delivered with minimal disruption to operational services and in accordance with Northern Lighthouse Board procurement procedures and project governance requirements.

Scope of contract
This contract covers the full refurbishment of Port Ellen Lighthouse. The works include internal and external painting, repairs to masonry, metalwork, windows, doors, and other fabric elements, as well as servicing or replacement of access and safety fittings. This is a one-off project aimed at extending the operational life of the lighthouse and reducing future maintenance requirements.

Details of What Is Being Procured

The contract will include:
•Fabrication of replacement footbridge.
•Mobilise to site and establish welfare facilities.
•Set up the site.
•Dismantle/ remove the existing footbridge.
•Install replacement footbridge.
•Remove redundant solar array support beams.
•Carryout ventilation improvements.
•Fabricate and install storm windows.
•Remove external cable tray.
•Prepare and redecorate the tower internally.
•Prepare and redecorate the tower externally.
•Replace existing rainwater goods.
•Clear the site.

Please note that there will be a site visit to allow Tenderers to view the works required prior to the closing date. It is important that Tenderers or their representative(s) attend the site visit, any Tenderers submitting a tender that have not attended the site visit, will not be considered. Site visit will be conducted 25 November 2025. Please request a site visit via Delta eSourcing and provide names, mobile numbers of representatives attending site
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https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=991940463

Total value (estimated):

GBP 150,000 excluding VAT GBP 180,000 including VAT

Description

Contract dates (estimated)
25/01/2026 to 27/04/2026
CPV Classifications:
45255400 - Fabrication work. 45440000 - Painting and glazing work. 45454100 - Restoration work.

Contract can be extended:
No

Extension Date:


Delivery regions:
UKM SCOTLAND

Award criteria:
Quality criterion - Name: Provide a detailed statement on how your company intends to approach proposed works, / Weighting:
Quality criterion - Name: Risk Assessments & Method Statements / Weighting:
Quality criterion - Name: Provide a detailed Programme of Works / Weighting:

Submission

Publication date of tender notice (estimated): 05/11/2025 Enquiry deadline: 24/11/2025 Time: 16:00Tender submission deadline: 10/12/2025 Time: 14:00
Submission address and any special instructions: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/
An electronic auction will be used: No

Procedure

Procedure type: Below threshold - open competition

Contracting authority

Northern Lighthouse Board, PMGV-7529-QWXG
84 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3DA, United Kingdom
Tel. 0131 473 3130, Email: procurement@nlb.org.uk
Contact: Graham Allan
Address of the buyer profile: https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/

Organisation type: MINISTRY
Devolved regulations that apply: None