Northern Lighthouse Board : 1500mm NAVIGATION BUOYS (5 UNITS)

Contracting authority

Contracting authority:

Northern Lighthouse Board

Public Procurement Organisation Number:

PMGV-7529-QWXG

Address:

Northern Lighthouse Board, 84 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 3DA
UK

Contact name:

Graham Allan

Email:

procurement@nlb.org.uk

Telephone:

0131 473 3131

Website:

https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/

Organisation type:

MINISTRY

Devolved regulations that apply:

Scotland

Procedure

Procedure type:

Below threshold - open competition

Dynamic market:

No

Special regime:

None

Scope

Title:

1500mm NAVIGATION BUOYS (5 UNITS)

Reference number:

OPDE/BUOY/2518

Main procurement category:

SUPPLIES

Description:

The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) requires the supply of five (5) 1500mm Port Buoys to be held in stock at the Oban Depot in order to support the ongoing maintenance, replacement, and emergency deployment of navigational aids in the Oban Bay area and surrounding waters. These buoys are a critical component of the NLB’s statutory duty to provide marine aids to navigation for the safety of all mariners in Scottish and Isle of Man waters.

Oban Bay is a busy and strategically important area for commercial shipping, fishing vessels, ferries, and recreational craft. Maintaining accurate and reliable buoyage in this area is essential to ensure the safe and efficient movement of vessels, reduce the risk of groundings or collisions, and protect sensitive marine environments.

Having a stock of 1500mm Port Buoys on hand allows NLB to respond quickly to unplanned events such as buoy damage, loss, or the need to establish temporary marks for marine works or changing conditions. The 1500mm model is chosen specifically for its durability, conformity with IALA standards, and suitability for the dynamic marine environment of Oban Bay.

This procurement will ensure continuity of service and support NLB’s commitment to maritime safety, operational resilience, and environmental stewardship in one of Scotland’s key marine locations.

Quantity and Colour Specification:
•Total Units Required (Year 1): 3 units
oGreen Buoys: 2 units
oRed Buoys: 1 units

•Total Units Required (Year 2): 2 units
oColour to be confirmed, dictated by operational requirement
Please note that, while it is probable that these buoys will be required, the NLB reserves the right to place an order for them only if deemed necessary, with the understanding that Year 2 prices will be adjusted according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Edinburgh:-Marine-equipment./9X75AVKUDF

To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://nlb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9X75AVKUDF

Total value (estimated):

GBP 24,000 excluding VAT

GBP 28,800 including VAT

Description

Description:

Not provided

Suitable for SMEs:

Yes

Suitable for VCSEs:

Yes

Contract dates (estimated):

15/08/2025 to 30/09/2026

CPV classifications:

34930000 - Marine equipment.

Contract can be extended:

No

Delivery regions:

UKM8 - West Central Scotland

Award criteria:

Name: Total Cost / Weighting: 50

Name: Capability and Project Information / Weighting: 50

Documents

Associated tender documents:

Not provided

Technical specifications:

Not provided

Submission

Enquiry deadline:

22/07/2025 Time: 14:00

Tender submission deadline:

29/07/2025 Time: 14:00

Submission address and any special instructions:

https://www.delta-esourcing.com/

An electronic auction will be used:

No

Other information

Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation:

Not provided

Technical ability conditions of participation:

Not provided

Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP):

Not provided

Government Procurement Agreement (GPA):

Not provided

A conflicts assessment has been prepared and revised:

No

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